Take Bhutan Driving Theory Test Practice Questions - Bhutan Driving License Theory Examination (BCTA) Exam

QUESTION 1 / 25

What is the statutory minimum age to obtain an Ordinary Driving License for light motor vehicles and two-wheelers in Bhutan under the Road Safety and Transport Regulations 2021?

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A18 years of age✓B16 years of age✓C20 years of age✓D21 years of age✓

QUESTION 2 / 25

What is the minimum age required to apply for a Learner's License in Bhutan?

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A16 years✓B17 years✓C18 years✓D19 years✓

QUESTION 3 / 25

What is the minimum age requirement to obtain a license to drive medium, heavy transport vehicles, or earthmoving equipment in Bhutan?

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A18 years✓B19 years✓C20 years✓D21 years✓

QUESTION 4 / 25

Under Section 118 of the Road Safety and Transport Regulations 2021, how long must a self-taught applicant from the general public hold a Learner's Licence before applying for an Ordinary Driving Licence?

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AAt least 6 months✓BAt least 1 month✓CAt least 3 months✓DAt least 12 months✓

QUESTION 5 / 25

On which side of the roadway are motor vehicles required to drive in Bhutan?

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AThe right-hand side of the road✓BThe left-hand side of the road✓CThe centre of the road on unpaved surfaces✓DIn the right-hand lane wherever the road has two lanes, keeping left only on single-lane roads✓

QUESTION 6 / 25

Where no speed limit sign applies to a road or part of a road inside a built-up area, what speed does the Road Safety and Transport Regulations 2021 require a driver to keep to?

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A50 km/h✓B30 km/h✓C80 km/h✓D60 km/h✓

QUESTION 7 / 25

What is the standard maximum speed limit for light motor vehicles and two-wheelers on open highways in Bhutan, unless posted otherwise?

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A35 km/h✓B50 km/h✓C70 km/h✓D80 km/h✓

QUESTION 8 / 25

What is the maximum permissible speed limit for medium and heavy transport vehicles on highways outside urban areas in Bhutan?

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A20 km/h✓B35 km/h✓C50 km/h✓D65 km/h✓

QUESTION 9 / 25

What is the statutory Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC) limit for ordinary driving license holders who have held their license for more than three years in Bhutan?

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A0.08 g/100 ml✓B0.00 g/100 ml✓C0.05 g/100 ml✓D0.15 g/100 ml✓

QUESTION 10 / 25

What is the legal Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC) limit for professional drivers and novice drivers holding an ordinary license for less than three years in Bhutan?

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A0.08 g/100 ml✓B0.05 g/100 ml✓C0.02 g/100 ml✓D0.00 g/100 ml✓

QUESTION 11 / 25

What does Bhutan traffic law state regarding the use of handheld mobile phones while operating a motor vehicle?

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AHandheld mobile phone use is strictly prohibited while driving and carries a fine✓BMobile phone use is allowed if driving under 20 km/h✓CTexting is allowed at red traffic lights and stop signs✓DMaking brief calls without hands-free equipment is permitted on rural highways✓

QUESTION 12 / 25

The BCTA Road Safety and Traffic Rules Book tells every driver to 'buckle up' before moving off. What does it give as the reason?

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AA seat belt stops the airbag from deploying unnecessarily✓BA seat belt restrains occupants in a crash and is the best defence against serious injury✓CA seat belt is only needed above 50 km/h, where crash forces become dangerous✓DA seat belt is only needed by the driver, because passengers are cushioned by the seats✓

QUESTION 13 / 25

What is the legal requirement regarding safety helmets on motorcycles and two-wheelers in Bhutan?

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AHelmets are optional for pillion riders inside town limits✓BBoth the rider and the pillion passenger must wear approved crash helmets✓COnly the rider is legally obligated to wear a helmet✓DHelmets are required only when riding on national expressways✓

QUESTION 14 / 25

When an emergency vehicle (ambulance, fire tender, or police car) approaches with flashing lights and siren activated, what must a driver in Bhutan do?

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AAccelerate to stay ahead and clear the road faster✓BMaintain course and speed so the emergency vehicle can navigate around you✓CPull over safely to the left-hand side of the road and stop until it has passed✓DStop immediately in the middle of your lane without moving✓

QUESTION 15 / 25

When approaching a traffic roundabout in Bhutan, who has the right-of-way?

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AVehicles entering the roundabout from the left✓BVehicles already circulating on the roundabout coming from your right✓CThe larger or heavier vehicle regardless of arrival time✓DVehicles driving at the highest speed✓

QUESTION 16 / 25

What is the general rule for overtaking another moving vehicle on a two-way carriageway in Bhutan?

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AOvertake on the left-hand side using the road shoulder✓BOvertake on the right-hand side only when the road ahead is clear and visible✓COvertake on either side provided you sound your horn continuously✓DOvertake at any blind curve if the leading vehicle is driving slowly✓

QUESTION 17 / 25

In which of the following situations is overtaking strictly prohibited under Bhutanese traffic regulations?

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AOn straight and flat highway sections with clear visibility✓BIn built-up areas, on bends and bridges, and at or near a pedestrian zebra crossing✓CWhen passing a stationary tractor on a wide road shoulder✓DWhen following a vehicle traveling at 15 km/h on an open road✓

QUESTION 18 / 25

Under the Road Safety and Transport Regulations 2021, who may travel in the vehicle while a learner is practising driving in Bhutan?

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AAny number of passengers, provided the vehicle's seating capacity is not exceeded✓BNobody except the trainer✓CThe trainer plus one immediate family member✓DThe trainer plus any passenger who holds a valid driving licence✓

QUESTION 19 / 25

Which set of documents must a driver in Bhutan be able to produce upon demand by a police officer or transport authority inspector?

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AVehicle sales receipt, tax clearance certificate, and voter card✓BValid driving license, vehicle registration certificate (RC), third-party insurance certificate, and roadworthiness certificate✓CPassport, employment card, and driving school completion certificate✓DFuel log book and vehicle user manual✓

QUESTION 20 / 25

If a driver is involved in a road traffic accident resulting in personal injury in Bhutan, what is the immediate legal duty?

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ALeave the scene immediately to avoid public confrontation✓BStop at once, render all possible first aid to the injured, and report the accident to the nearest police station or BCTA authority✓CWait for an insurance adjuster before assisting any victims✓DExchange contact details and leave within five minutes✓

QUESTION 21 / 25

What is the statutory penalty for driving a motor vehicle without a valid driving license in Bhutan?

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AA verbal warning with no financial penalty✓BA fine of Nu 1,750 and detention of the vehicle until a licensed driver takes custody✓CAutomatic confiscation and auctioning of the vehicle✓DImmediate imprisonment for two years without fine✓

QUESTION 22 / 25

Where is parking strictly prohibited along public roads in Bhutan?

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AInside designated white-lined parking bays✓BOn a footpath, pedestrian crossing or bridge, on a blind curve, and within ten metres of an intersection✓CIn commercial parking lots after business hours✓DOn wide private driveways with owner permission✓

QUESTION 23 / 25

What does the Road Safety and Transport Regulations 2021 require of a driver who is reversing a motor vehicle?

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AReversing is permitted along a highway for up to 500 metres✓BThe driver must make sure other road users are safe before and while reversing✓CReversing is allowed along a one-way street against the flow of traffic✓DThe driver may reverse across a roundabout if an exit was missed✓

QUESTION 24 / 25

What does Bhutanese law require of a driver on a stretch of road where a 'No Horn' sign is erected?

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AThe horn may still be sounded to clear livestock and pedestrians from the road✓BThe horn must not be used while facing the sign or anywhere inside the signed area✓CThe horn must be sounded continuously when passing schools during class hours✓DThe restriction applies only between 10:00 PM and 6:00 AM✓

QUESTION 25 / 25

Under the Road Safety and Transport Regulations 2021, how long is an ordinary two-wheeler or light-vehicle driving licence valid, and what changes once the holder turns 70?

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AIt is valid for life and never requires renewal✓BIt is valid for five or ten years until the holder attains 70, after which renewal is every three years subject to certification by a medical doctor✓CIt is valid for one year and must be renewed annually from the date of issue✓DIt is valid for twenty years, then renewed every five years with no medical requirement✓