What is RTO (Regional Transport Office) – Meaning and Functions
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As you purchase a vehicle in India, be it a two-wheeler, four-wheeler, or commercial vehicle, one of the most important steps that relates you to the legal system of transport is registration with the RTO (Regional Transport Office) . The RTO is the regulatory authority that makes all motor vehicles adhere to the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988, and abide by the regulations laid down by the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH). This article defines what an RTO is, its fundamental functions, and why its processes must be understood by every car owner in India. What is an RTO (Regional Transport Office)? Regional Transport Office (RTO) is an organization under the government that keeps records of vehicles and drivers in a particular area. It functions under the State Transport Department and has the responsibility to enforce the Motor Vehicles Act and associated transport acts. Each district or state in India has its own RTO, which is designated by a specific registration code, ...