Question

What are the Preventive measures taken by the Government to reduce the number of road accidents?

Answer 1

Preventive Measures:
Government:
The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways, Government of India has taken earnest steps for reducing the number of road accidents.

1. Taking steps for the rectification of accident black spots and improvement of road engineering.
2. Ensuring the good functioning of the traffic signals and road signs at busy crossing roads.
3. Constructing and manufacturing proper roads both in urban and rural areas.
4. Installation of CCTV cameras to record high-speed offenses which can detect the offenders.
5. Prohibiting the act of digging or hoarding on roads.
6. Remove encroachments and maintain proper pedestrian ways for ensuring road safety.
7. Stringent actions are to be taken for the violation of any road safety rules.