Slippers while driving: Fact or Fiction? Unraveling India's traffic fine myths

• Many misconceptions exist in India regarding traffic fines, especially concerning footwear while driving.
• The Motor Vehicles Act, 1988, does not explicitly prohibit driving in slippers or flip-flops.
• Section 184 (dangerous driving) allows fines if footwear impairs control and causes an accident (up to Rs 1000 first offense, Rs 2000 second).
• Fines cannot be issued solely for wearing slippers; incorrect fines can be challenged.
• Experts advise against driving in slippers due to safety risks like reduced grip and pedal interference, despite no legal ban.