Abstract
In India, road accidents lead to death and disability as well as financial costs to both society and the individuals involved. Worldwide it was estimated that 1.2 million people were killed (2.2% of all deaths) and 50 million more were injured in motor vehicle collisions. Legislation embodies codified set of rules. These are enforced by the state to prevent accidents. these include driving test, medical fitness to drive, enforcement of speed limits, compulsory wearing of seat belts and rash helmets, checking of blood alcohol concentration, road side breath testing for alcohol, regular inspection of vehicles, periodic re-examination of drivers over the age of 55, etc.
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