What are Prohibition Signs?
Prohibition signs are circular traffic signs with a red border and white background that tell drivers what they must NOT do. They enforce traffic rules and protect road safety.
Prohibition signs are red circular signs that forbid specific actions: no entry, no parking, no U-turn, speed limits, and no honking. All drivers must obey them immediately.
- •Red circle with white bar: Do not enter
- •Applied to one-way streets & restricted zones
- •Violators may be fined or face legal action
- •Speed limits: Red circle with black numbers
- •No parking: Red X on blue square
- •No U-turn: Red arrow pointing back
Step-by-step worked examples
What does a red circle with a white horizontal bar mean?
This is a No Entry sign. Drivers cannot pass through. Violators are subject to fines.
You see a red circle with '50' in black numbers. What must you do?
This is a speed limit sign. You must reduce speed to 50 km/h or mph. Exceeding the limit results in a fine.
A red circle with two arrows pointing left is visible. What does it mean?
This is a No U-Turn sign. You cannot turn your vehicle around at this location. Violating it results in a traffic violation.
Flashcards
Quick quiz
Q1.What does a red circle with a horizontal white bar mean?
Q2.If you violate a prohibition sign, what happens?
Q3.Which is NOT a type of prohibition sign?
Q4.What is the main purpose of prohibition signs?
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Common mistakes
Ignoring prohibition signs because they look similar to other signs. — Correct: Red circles with borders are prohibition signs — treat them as mandatory rules.
Thinking prohibition signs only apply to certain vehicle types. — Correct: All prohibition signs apply to all vehicles unless specifically marked otherwise.
Confusing No Entry with No Parking. — Correct: No Entry (red bar) forbids all passage; No Parking (red X on blue) forbids parking only.
Speeding because you disagree with the speed limit. — Correct: Speed limits are prohibition signs — legally enforceable and monitored by cameras.
FAQ
What are prohibition signs?
Prohibition signs are red circular traffic signs that tell drivers what actions are forbidden — no entry, no parking, speed limits, no U-turns.
What does a red circle with a white bar mean?
This is a No Entry sign. No vehicles are allowed to pass through at that location.
Are speed limit signs considered prohibition signs?
Yes — they prohibit driving faster than the posted limit. Violating them results in fines.
What is the fine for ignoring a prohibition sign?
Fines vary by country and severity, but typically range from warnings to substantial monetary penalties and license points.