Quiz: Speed Myths Busted
Speed kills — but myths about speed are just as dangerous. 'I can brake in time,' 'one drink is fine,' 'the rear seatbelt doesn't matter.' Let's test what you actually know about speed and safety with five questions designed to separate fact from myth.
You are travelling at 100 km/h. You double your speed to 200 km/h. By roughly how much does your total stopping distance increase?
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You are on a state highway with no visible speed limit signs. What is the maximum legal speed for your private car?
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What is the legal blood alcohol concentration (BAC) limit for drivers in India?
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Since 2022, who must wear a seatbelt in a car in India?
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What is the fine for using a handheld mobile phone while driving under the 2019 MVA amendment?
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- ✓Doubling speed quadruples stopping distance — speed is exponentially, not linearly, dangerous.
- ✓State highway default speed limit: 80 km/h for cars (no sign needed).
- ✓BAC legal limit: 30 mg per 100 ml — among the strictest in the world.
- ✓All passengers in all seats must wear seatbelts — rear belts have been mandatory since 2022.
- ✓Mobile phone fine: ₹5,000 first offence, ₹10,000 repeat — plus possible licence suspension.
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