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What he says about indian traffic...

WHAT I DISLIKE ABOUT INDIA: I found the roads to be quite primitive compared to those that I drive daily at home. Driving in such a massive traffic was an experience in itself. I had only heard about it but could not believe it till I actually found myself trapped in such a chaotic state. During my first ride on Indian roads, I was certain that I would be involved in at least one accident. Pedestrians cross the road whenever and from where they wish. In case of slow-moving traffic two wheeler riders do not hesitate in using footpaths or by lanes to make a way out for themselves.

ONE THING ABOUT INDIA THAT STUCK TO MY MIND: In India horns are used civilly, whereas in the US, horns are generally used in anger. I was also surprised and impressed with how the people were able to share the narrow roads and get to their destinations seemingly safely.
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junaid

Honking horns is the birth right of each and every Indian road user.

These are the specialties of Indian drivers.

prem

Well Junaid... In India Honking Horn is considered a necessity by the Driver. Why its so? It's in the habit of the Indian Driver

hemant

There are signs on some roads prohibiting honking….But who cares??? I think no body

sidjor

The average level of driving manners in western countries is higher. If you do not honk you run the risk of vehicles crossing across you. Think of it.. most bike drivers get rid of their rear view mirrors and they don't really care much about people driving behind them. How many cars do you see on the roads without a single dent. A good number of them could have been avoided. Honking is the only way you can avoid it. Overtaking a bus is another situation.. You must honk while doing it or you run the risk of the bus driver veering into your path unknowingly. He won't notice you. Quite often you will be in his blind spot.

spy

Yes honking horn has become an essential part of driving in India. You r right sidjor people travel here on road without side mirrors in their vehicles so you can alert them about ur presence only by honking the horn. If you will not use the horn during driving in India then you can’t reach home safely.