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No Stopping

No Stopping

Halt strictly not allowed.

No Standing

No waiting with vehicle.

Overtaking Prohibited

Do not overtake till canceled.

Speed Limit 30

Maximum speed 30 km/h.

Speed Limit 50

Maximum speed 50 km/h.

Speed Limit 80

Maximum speed 80 km/h.

One Way

Traffic flows in one direction only. Mandatory one way road sign.

No Entry

Entry prohibited for all vehicles. Critical no entry sign for safety.

No Horn

Horn prohibited in this area. No horn zone near hospitals/schools.

School Zone

Drive carefully, children around.

Priority for Oncoming Trafic

This sign, at the entrance of road, indicates the priority should be given to oncoming traffic. At narrow section of road where passing is difficult or impossible, traffic is regulated by preferable movement. Such regulation is carried out by giving prioritytotraffic movFng in one direction and not by installing traffic light signals. This sign is set up facing the traffic on the side which does not have priority. The traffic from the side where the sign is erected should move only when there is no oncoming traffic.

All Motor Vehicles Prohibited

This sign signifies that there should be no movement of traffic in the designated area either from outside or within. This is used to decongest the area. It is also used at pedestrian areas.

Truck Prohibited

As sign itself speaks the area designated is a no entry zone for Trucks or HMV. These could be narrow lanes or congested areas where entry of heavy transport vehicle could obstruct smooth flow of traffic.

Bullock & Hand Cart Prohibited

This sign indicates that the road has been prohibited for plying of Bullock & Hand Carts. These slow moving carts many a times hinder the smooth flow of traffic.

Bullock Cart Prohibited

The slowest form of transport many a times becomes obstruction to the free flow of traffic hence certain zones have been demarcated where bullock carts are not allowed to ply.

Cycle Prohibited

In order to ensure the safety of cyclists certain roads which are meant for fast moving vehicles are prohibited for cyclists. So the cyclists should not use the roads where this sign has been installed.

Pedestrians Prohibited

This sign restricts the movement of pedestrians on road orthe adjoining area. This could be lane for fast moving vehicles, highways etc. This could be installed at intersection where alternate crossing arrangements like underpass, foot over-bridge etc are there for crossing the road.

Compulsory Ahead or Turn Right

This sign directs the traffic to either move straight or take right turn. Turning towards left is prohibited.

Hand Cart Prohibited

This sign indicates that the Hand Cart is prohibited on the demarcated road as it would hinder the flow of fast moving traffic.

Compulsory Ahead or Turn Left

This sign directs the traffic to either move straight or take left turn. Turning towards right is prohibited.

Compulsory Sound Horn

This sign indicates that the driver is required to sound the horn at this point. This is generally installed at blind curves, intersections, or areas where visibility is poor to alert other road users of the approaching vehicle.

Right Hand Curve

This sign indicates that there is a curve to the right ahead. The driver should reduce speed and be prepared to turn right.

Left Hand Curve

This sign indicates that there is a curve to the left ahead. The driver should reduce speed and be prepared to turn left.

Tongas Prohibited

Tongas or Horse carts were extensively used as a popular means of transport in recent past. With the advent of new and faster means of transport this vehicle becomes hurdle in the smooth traffic flow. Certain areas/roads have been prohibited for Tongas.

Right Hairpin Bend

This sign indicates that there is a hairpin bend to the right ahead. The driver should reduce speed and be prepared to turn right.

Left Hairpin Bend

This sign indicates that there is a hairpin bend to the left ahead. The driver should reduce speed and be prepared to turn left.

Right Reverse Bend

This sign indicates that there is a reverse bend to the right ahead. The driver should reduce speed and be prepared to turn right.

Left Reverse Bend

This sign indicates that there is a reverse bend to the left ahead. The driver should reduce speed and be prepared to turn left.

Steep Ascent

This sign indicates that there is a steep ascent ahead. The driver should reduce speed and be prepared to change gears.

Steep Descent

This sign indicates that there is a steep descent ahead. The driver should reduce speed and be prepared to change gears.

Narrow Road Ahead

This sign indicates that there is a narrow road ahead. The driver should reduce speed and be prepared to change gears.

Narrow Bridge

This sign indicates that there is a narrow bridge ahead. The driver should reduce speed and be prepared to change gears.

Slippery Road

This sign indicates that there is a slippery road ahead. The driver should reduce speed and be prepared to change gears.

Cycle Crossing

This sign indicates that there is a cycle crossing ahead. The driver should reduce speed and be prepared to change gears.

Pedestrian Crossing

This sign indicates that there is a pedestrian crossing ahead. The driver should reduce speed and be prepared to change gears.

Traffic Signal

This sign indicates that there is a traffic signal ahead. The driver should reduce speed and be prepared to change gears.

Cattle Crossing

This sign indicates that there is a cattle crossing ahead. The driver should reduce speed and be prepared to change gears.

Loose Gravel

This sign indicates that there is loose gravel ahead. The driver should reduce speed and be prepared to change gears.

Hospital Zone

Drive quietly, patients resting.

Pedestrian Crossing

Give way to pedestrians.

Cycle Track

Reserved for cyclists only.

No Parking

Parking not allowed here. No parking zone to prevent congestion.

Parking

Parking allowed here.

No U-Turn

U-turn not allowed here.

No Right Turn

Right turn prohibited.

No Left Turn

Left turn prohibited.

Compulsory Left

Must turn left.

Compulsory Right

Must turn right.

Compulsory Straight

Must go straight.

Roundabout

Traffic flows in circular direction.

Narrow Bridge

Bridge ahead, drive carefully.

Steep Ascent

Uphill road ahead.

Steep Descent

Downhill road ahead.

Slippery Road

Road may be slippery.

Falling Rocks

Rocks may fall from above.

Cattle Crossing

Animals may cross road.

Men at Work

Construction work ahead.

Level Crossing

Railway crossing ahead.

Ferry

Ferry service available.

Fuel Station

Petrol pump ahead.

Rest Area

Rest stop available.

First Aid

Medical help available.

Telephone

Public phone available.

Police Station

Police help available.

💡 Mastery Tips

  • â€ĸRed Circles: Usually indicate a prohibition (e.g., No Entry).
  • â€ĸBlue Circles: Indicate mandatory actions (e.g., Turn Left).
  • â€ĸTriangles: Warn you of upcoming hazards or road conditions.
  • â€ĸPractice with 10 signs daily to build photographic memory.