Statement: In a catastrophic accident at an unmanned railway level crossing, a bus collided with a running train, causing fifty deaths. Courses of Action: I. Immediately suspend the train driver. II. Prosecute the bus driver for negligence. III. Direct the railways to man (staff) all level crossings. Which course(s) of action logically follow(s)?

Difficulty: Medium

Correct Answer: Only II and III follow

Explanation:


Introduction / Context:
At unmanned level crossings, the road vehicle has a duty to stop, look, and proceed. The statement mentions an unmanned crossing and a bus–train collision, implying likely road-user negligence and a systemic safety gap (unmanned crossing).


Given Data / Assumptions:

  • Crossing was unmanned.
  • Train had right of way; no evidence of train driver fault is provided.
  • Large casualties signal severe road-side rule breach and infrastructure risk.


Concept / Approach:
Logical actions target the apparent negligent actor (bus driver) and the systemic fix (manning or eliminating unmanned crossings using gates/signals/ROBs). Punishing the train driver without evidence is illogical.


Step-by-Step Solution:

1) I: No basis to suspend the train driver in an unmanned crossing crash.2) II: Prosecution is appropriate where negligence is likely (speeding, ignoring warnings, not stopping).3) III: Manning/automating crossings (or grade separation) addresses the structural hazard.4) Hence, Only II and III follow.


Verification / Alternative check:
Global best practice replaces unmanned crossings with gates/automation or bridges; road-user enforcement runs in parallel.


Why Other Options Are Wrong:

• I: Unfounded.• Only II: Omits systemic prevention.• None / All: Either ignores fixes or includes an illogical step.


Common Pitfalls:
Blaming rail crew irrespective of crossing type; ignoring infrastructure remedies.


Final Answer:
Only II and III follow.

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