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It is very important to wear a helmet while riding a bike or scooter. This is not only a rule but is also very important from the point of view of safety. If someone gets into an accident while driving a two-wheeler, wearing a helmet can prevent serious head injuries. A helmet can save someone's life by protecting the head. The most important thing in all this is that some traffic rules have been made in India. Following which is very important for road safety. There is a community which is exempted from wearing a helmet.
In India, a fine is imposed for driving a motorcycle or scooter without wearing a helmet. This fine may vary from state to state. However, in most states, a fine of Rs 1000 is imposed for driving a two-wheeler without a helmet. In some states, the fine may be even higher. Earlier, there was a lesser fine for not wearing a helmet.
Sikh community is exempted from wearing helmets.
There is a class in the country that either wears a helmet or does not. The traffic police does not challan them. Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP) of Mainpuri, Uttar Pradesh, Chandrakesh Singh says that the Sikh community has been exempted from the helmet rule, but this exemption is only for Sikhs wearing turbans. This rule has been made to respect the religious rights of the Sikh community. Actually, the Sikh community wears a turban on their head. Due to which the helmet does not fit on their head. Apart from this, during an accident, their turban acts as a helmet. It protects from serious head injuries. Apart from this, if someone has such a medical condition. Due to which he cannot wear a helmet. He can avoid the challan by showing the medical certificate.
Keep these things in mind too
If you are thinking of buying a new helmet for yourself these days, then also take care of the right quality of the helmet. A good helmet will protect your head. Also, it is very important to wear the helmet properly. It is important to ensure that the helmet fits on the head and covers the ears. Road safety is everyone's responsibility. We all should follow traffic rules and take care of our own and others' safety. Wearing a helmet is an important part of road safety.