JUNCTIONS

In junctions where there are no traffic signals, there may be a policeman manning the junction giving hand signals . It is absolutely necessary for your own safety and for the safety of others that you should follow these signals.

It is essential that you signal intention of your vehicle movement correctly and well in advance so that other road users can be aware of what you are going to do.

While stopping the vehicle or slowing down, it is important to caution the driver behind you by using hand signals. The sign for slowing down is to extend your right arm fully, palm facing downward and moving the arm up and down.

The sign for showing your intention to stop is to put out the forearm vertically upward, the palm facing forward.

While turning, give the correct signals as to whether you are turning right or left or Making a ‘U' turn.

Signal well in advance so that the vehicle coming behind you can adjust.
Signal continuously till you have completed the turn.
If you are using the signal indicator in the vehicle, do not forget to switch if off as soon as you have completed your turning.
While changing lanes, put on your turn signal.
Make sure through your mirror whether the traffic behind you is sufficiently behind and then change into lanes slowly and smoothly.
When other vehicles wish to overtake you, do not speed up. Allow them to overtake if there is space and show a signal by stretching the right hand out, palm facing front and moving the arm front and back.

SOME BASIC PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID ACCIDENTS

Most accidents happen due to over speeding and rash driving. When you oveRspeed, your field of vision itself will be reduced as the speed increases.
Remember that the speed limit is only the maximum permissible speed and that actual speed should be related to the traffic and road conditions.

1. Front and Rear doors of the car particularly the right hand side door should be opened only after making sure that there is no vehicle, cyclist or even a pedestrian coming along close to the door.
   
2. In places where it is indicated as accident-prone areas, you must drive very carefully.
   
3. When there is obstruction ahead, do not drive on the other side of the road without waiting and giving way to the on coming traffic.
   
4. Never exceed speed limits even if the road is free and even if there is no policeman around. Never be a rash driver.
   
5. Be a defensive driver by anticipating situations then can lead to accidents. Expect the unexpected.
   
6. Keep a safe distance between the vehicles by avoiding driving very close behind the vehicle in front.
   
7. Avoid turning your vehicle abruptly.
   
8. Never drive when you are overtired since you cannot be alert.
   
9. Any distraction, whether conveRsation or looking at advertisement hoardings should be avoided.
   
10. During night driving, dip your headlights and do not direct the full glare of your headlight at the on coming vehicle even if he does not dip his headlight.
    
11. Keep your vehicle, particularly brake, in good condition.
    
12. Finally your attitude, frame of mind and behaviour are also very important.

1. First do not panic; when you panic, you cannot take correct action.
2. Take your foot off the accelerator and rapidly change gear down.
3. Use hand brake.
4. Steer to the side.

1. Reduce speed
2. Apply brakes

1. Hold the steering wheel tight to control the pulling and halt the car quickly.

1. While it is skidding do not apply brake but gently steer in the direction in which it is pulling.

1. At intersections, stop, look and then enter.
2. Always give way for traffic on the main road.
3. At the intersection of two main roads give way to traffic coming from your right.
4. At all round abouts, traffic on the right has preference.

1. Valid Driving Licence.
2. Vehicle Registration Certificate.
3. Road Tax Token (Disc )
4. Pollution under Control Certificate.
5. Current Insurance Certificate.

1. Driving a vehicle under the influence of liquor (Sec. 185 Motor Vehicle Act).
   
2. Driving without valid Driving Licence (See. 3 rd with Sec. 181, Motor Vehicle Act).
   
3. Driving at Speeds that exceed limits (Sec. 183, M.V.Act)
   
4. Driving with only one light in front (Rule 37 (xii) read with Sec. 177, Motor Vehicle Act).
   
5. Using dazzling lights (Rule 405 read with Sec. 197, M.V. Act).
6. Using the horns in a forbidden area (Rule 403 read with Sec. 177, Motor Vehicle Act).
   
7. Use of air horn / musical horn (Rule 402 Motor Vehicle Act).
   
8. Parking in no parking areas (Rule 37(x)read with Sec. 177, M.V. Act).
   
9. Vehicle emitting excess smoke (Rule 115 (I) C.M.V. Rule)
   
10. Failure to give proper signals (Sec. 121 read with Sec. 117, M.V.Act).
    
11. Rash driving (Sec. 184, M.V. Act).
    
12. Failure to stop vehicle when required by any Police Officer in Uniform (Sec. 132 read with Sec. 177, M.V. Act).
    
13. Non-compliance of directions given by any Police Officer in the regulation of traffic in public places (Sec. 119, M.V. Act read with 179, M.V. Act).
    
14. Failure to observe the rule of the road (Rule 37(i) read with Sec. 177 M.V. Act).
    
15. Violations of all restrictions, (Rule 411 read with Sec. 177 M.V. Act).