There are two forms of motor insurance:
a. Liability Only policy that covers bodily injury and/or death, property damage to third party and also provides personal accident cover to the occupants.b. Comprehensive policy that covers loss or damage to the vehicle insured in addition to the Liability Only policy.
As per the Motor Vehicle Act 1988, Liability Only policy, also known as Act Only policy, is mandatory for all vehicles plying on public roads in India. This cover protects against any liability arising from bodily injuries and/or death, property damages to a third party. It also includes a Personal Accident cover for the owner-driver. Comprehensive Insurance, also known as Package Policy, covers loss or damage to the insured vehicle in addition to the Liability Only policy.