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aware of the conditions of the road and give information about what lies ahead.

        These signs also convey certain rules to be followed while using the road.








             School ahead          No horn       No stopping or standing   U-turn               Stop
                                                    Some road Signs

        Rules to be Followed by Drivers While Driving

           The traffic rules should be followed strictly.

           The speed limit should not be exceeded.

           Lane changing without using an indicator
             should be avoided.

           Using mobile phones while driving should be

             completely avoided.

           The seat belt must be fastened while driving.
           On a two-wheeler, the driver as well as the pillion

             rider should wear a helmet.

           Zigzag driving should be avoided.
           If overtaking is required, it should be done from the

             right side.
                                                                                         Pedestrian should
        Some Rules to be Followed by Pedestrians                                       walk on the footpath

           Always walk on the footpath. If there is no footpath,

             walk on the right side of the road.                                 Knowledge Zone
                                                                                 Footpath is also called
           Look carefully both ways, first right and then left,                 pavement.

             for any coming traffic before crossing the road.

           Do not play or run on the road.

           Avoid using mobile phone, even while crossing or walking on the road.


                                                  FIRE SAFETY

        Electric sparks, leakage of cooking gas, petrol, kerosene, fire crackers, etc. can

        cause fire accidents.



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