📘 Essential Guide for Likhit (Written) Exam Preparation – Driving License in Nepal

To obtain a driving license in Nepal, you must first pass the written exam (Likhit) before attempting the practical trial. Below is a simplified summary of key topics and rules you need to understand to pass the written test successfully.

🚗 Overtaking Rules

Always overtake from the right side of the vehicle.
Never overtake in the following areas:
- Where overtaking is prohibited by road signs
- Intersections or narrow lanes
- Zebra crossings, sharp bends, steep roads (uphill/downhill)
If a vehicle behind signals to overtake you, slow down and allow them to pass.
A solid line in the center of the road means no overtaking is allowed from the opposite lane.
Broken lines mean you may overtake, provided the road is clear.
Always check that no vehicle is approaching from the opposite side before overtaking.

🚦 Traffic Signal Rules

Red Light: Always stop your vehicle before the white line near the zebra crossing.
Yellow Light: Don’t speed up to beat the red light—it’s dangerous and punishable.
Green Light: Move calmly; avoid rushing to prevent accidents or penalties.

📄 Vehicle Rules & Legal Requirements

Report a lost license to the transport office within 7 days.
Renew your license within 3 months after it expires to avoid fines.
Five traffic rule violations can lead to license suspension.
A driving license is valid for 5 years.
Your vehicle's bluebook must be renewed within 3 months after its expiry.
Pollution tests must be done every 6 months.
The Traffic and Transport Act in Nepal was introduced in 2049 B.S.

🚶 Road Etiquette & Driving Behavior

Always give priority to pedestrians, especially children, the elderly, and persons with disabilities at zebra crossings.
On *hilly roads, vehicles going *downhill must give way to those coming uphill.
At intersections, a vehicle taking a turn has priority over one going straight.
Slow-moving vehicles should stay on the *left lane, and faster vehicles can use the *middle or right lanes.
Always give way to emergency vehicles like ambulances and fire trucks.
Driving or riding from the right side of the road is illegal in Nepal.
Use a horn or blink your pass light to signal when overtaking.
Do not change your vehicle's color without official approval.

🔧 Basic Technical Knowledge

Spark plug ignites the air-fuel mix in petrol engines.
Carburetors are used in petrol engines to mix air and fuel.
Clutch disconnects the engine from the transmission.
Use a choke in winter if your bike doesn’t start normally.
Dynamo charges the vehicle’s battery.
Indicators or hand signals must be used when allowing vehicles to overtake.

📝 Final Tip

Mastering the topics above will boost your confidence for the *Likhit Exam. Study the **DoTM manual, take *online mock tests, and stay updated with official notices. Good luck!