Hi Malini,
I agree with your view that a policeman has no power to inflict any punishment if the driver or owner does not possess valid documents of the vehicle and driving license. However, under the practice and the Motor Vehicle Act, they have been empowered to administer the provisions of the law. In fact, RTO personnel do not have enough staff to control these illegal acts by the public. This situation gives rise to corruption. In most cities, the Traffic Police are responsible for maintaining traffic on the roads.
Keep on posting.
Avinash Kanoray
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