Situation–Reaction Test — Stopped by Traffic Police Without Licence or Helmet During an Emergency:\nYou hear that your close friend has just had an accident. You rush out urgently on a two-wheeler with another friend, but in the hurry you forgot your driving licence and helmet. A traffic constable stops you at a signal. What should you do?

Introduction / Context:
This scenario evaluates civic responsibility under stress. Road safety rules like wearing a helmet and carrying a driving licence are not “formality,” they are legal requirements designed to prevent severe injury and ensure accountability on public roads. Even emergencies do not justify reckless disregard for safety and law, because reckless riding can create a second accident while you are hurrying to the first.

Given Data / Assumptions:

• You are emotionally charged because a friend is hurt.
• You are riding without a helmet and without a licence on you.
• A lawful authority (traffic constable) has stopped you.
• You still intend to reach the accident spot afterward.

Concept / Approach:
The correct civic action is cooperation and compliance. Pay the legal penalty, acknowledge the violation, and then proceed safely. This protects you legally, avoids escalation, and models responsible citizenship. Attempting to run, argue, or misuse “influence” can convert a minor traffic challan into a serious offense like evasion, obstruction, or dangerous driving. Also, after paying the fine, you can still continue to assist your injured friend — but now with clarity and without creating a chase situation.

Step-by-Step Solution:
1) Pull over safely and cooperate with the officer.2) Explain briefly that you are heading to an emergency, but accept that you broke the rule.3) Pay the fine or accept the ticket/challan as required by local law.4) Resume travel in a legal and careful manner (e.g., arrange a helmet immediately if possible).

Verification / Alternative check:
After paying, you remain free to continue to the accident site. Importantly, you avoid creating a second emergency involving yourself, pedestrians, or other vehicles.

Why Other Options Are Wrong:
Option a (dodging) converts a minor violation into a dangerous, possibly criminal act. Option c (arguing that rules should not apply) invites escalation and wastes more time. Option d (using references) is unethical and undermines rule-of-law norms. Option e (shouting at the constable) is counterproductive and disrespectful.

Common Pitfalls:
Believing “emergency” means “no law.” Trying to guilt-trip the officer. Treating the fine as personal insult instead of lawful consequence.

Final Answer:
Cooperate with the constable, accept/pay the fine, and then proceed safely to help your injured friend.