February 20, 2015
Why banning the use of cell phones while driving should be mandatory
We are very fortunate to live through this era where science and technology have completely altered the lives of human beings. Things that could only be imagined earlier have now turned into reality. Earlier, our ancestors used to wonder how to fly and now aero planes have been invented. They used to dream of travelling from one place to another before and now means of transportation have been created. Just like that, communicating from one person with another from a distance seemed almost impossible to them and now TVs, radios, cell phones and internet have been invented. While talking about cell phones, let me ask you one thing. Is there anyone who does not have a cell phone? I do not see anyone raising hands so it is obvious that we all have cell phones. I love my cell phone, it works as my mailbox, alarm, calendar, TV, computer, map and so on. We all know how useful these little devices are. They are harmless until one uses it while driving. Use of cell phones while driving have not only injured people in crashes but also have taken many lives. Today, I am discussing about why banning the use of cell phones while driving should be mandatory. It is not hidden from anyone that people text and call while driving. We might think educated people would not do such things and only uneducated ones would. But you will be surprised because even highly educated individuals use cell phone while driving. Can anyone imagine what happens if the driver gets occupied by texts and calls and does not focus on driving? Yes, of course, accidents that would cause loss of lives. Such distractive driving leads to loss of not only single life but lives of other passengers in the car plus other lives around that vehicle. While our mind is focused on one thing and some kind of distraction appears, obviously we tend to lose focus and easily get distracted. If it was something not related to risking...