Question

Consider the following statements about Street Vendors Act, 2014:

Which of the above statements is/are incorrect?

• A. 1 only
• B. 1 and 3 only
• C. 2 and 3 only
• D. None of these

Answer 1

The correct option is B

1 and 3 only

Street Vendors (Protection of Livelihood and regulation of Street Vending) Act, 2014, Highlights :

1. The Bill aims to protect the livelihood rights of street vendors as well as regulate street vending through demarcation of vending zones, conditions for and restrictions on street vending.
2. Any person intending to undertake street vending needs to register with the Town Vending Committee (TVC).He may then apply for a vending certificate that will be issued based on various criteria.
3. The state government shall frame a scheme for street vendors.The local authority shall, in consultation with the planning authority, frame a street vending plan once every five years.
4. The TVC comprises of the municipal commissioner, representatives of street vendors, local authority, planning authority, local police, resident welfare association and other traders associations.
5. This Bill shall not apply to Railways land, premises and trains.