Write an article in 100-120 words on 'Safe Driving'. Discuss traffic rules and careless drivers.
Write an article in 100-120 words on 'Safe Driving'. Discuss traffic rules and careless drivers.
Official answer
SAFE DRIVING
By Raman/Raveena
Every year, thousands of lives are lost on Indian roads due to careless and reckless driving. Overspeeding, jumping red lights, and driving under the influence of alcohol have become common causes of fatal accidents.
Traffic rules are made not to restrict our freedom but to protect our lives. Wearing seatbelts and helmets, maintaining lane discipline, and adhering to speed limits can drastically reduce the number of road mishaps. Unfortunately, many drivers ignore these simple precautions in a hurry to reach their destination, endangering themselves and others.
It is the responsibility of every citizen to drive responsibly and respect traffic signals. Schools, the media, and the government must continue to spread awareness about road safety through campaigns like 'Sadak Suraksha Jeevan Raksha'.
Safe driving is not just a rule; it is a way of saving precious lives.
Marking scheme
- 1.1 mark for Title/Byline.
- 2.2 marks for Content.
- 3.2 marks for Expression.
Hint
Mention 'Better late than never'.
Quick oral answer
An article emphasizing the need for road discipline to save lives.
Common mistakes
- 1.Forgetting the title or byline.
Analysis and explanation
This Section B task (5 marks) tests article-writing skills — title/byline, content, and expression — on the topic 'Safe Driving'.
Concept
- An article needs a catchy title, a byline, and organised paragraphs (introduction, body, conclusion) built around the given theme.
Key points to cover
- (i) Cause — careless driving and violation of traffic rules (overspeeding, signal-jumping, drunk driving).
- (ii) Consequence — rising road accidents, injuries, and loss of life.
- (iii) Solution — following traffic rules, using seatbelts/helmets, driver discipline, and road-safety awareness campaigns.
Common mistakes
- Candidates often forget the title/byline and lose that mark outright, discuss only causes without offering a solution, or write it as a personal narrative/letter instead of an article.
Real-world
- Government campaigns such as 'Sadak Suraksha Jeevan Raksha' and mandatory helmet/seatbelt laws are real-life illustrations of the safe-driving message such articles convey.
Question details
Q18 of 36 questions
- Board
- CBSE
- Class
- Class 10
- Subject
- English (Communicative)
- Year
- 2017
- Section
- Section B
- Marks
- 5
- Type
- Short Answer
- Chapter
- Writing Skills
- Topic
- Article Writing
- Bloom's level
- apply
- Syllabus topic
- Article Writing
- Updated
- 2026-02-19
- Author
- Padhantu
- Reviewed by
- Padhantu
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Frequently asked questions
How many marks does this question carry in CBSE Class 10 English (Communicative) 2017?
This question carries 5 marks in the CBSE Class 10 English (Communicative) 2017 examination.
Which chapter does this question come from in English (Communicative)?
This question is from the chapter "Writing Skills" in the CBSE Class 10 English (Communicative) syllabus.
What topic does this question cover in English (Communicative)?
This question covers the topic "Article Writing" from CBSE Class 10 English (Communicative).
What type of question is this in the CBSE Class 10 English (Communicative) 2017 paper?
This is a Short Answer question from Section B in the CBSE Class 10 English (Communicative) 2017 paper.