SSC MTS 2026 PYQ — Question 86

SSC MTS - 11 Feb 2026 - Shift 1 • English • Q86

Driving is a responsibility that demands attention, discipline, and patience. Many accidents occur because drivers ignore basic safety rules. In the past, people often drove without wearing seatbelts or helmets, and such negligence resulted in serious injuries. Today, governments emphasize strict traffic laws, speed limits, and the use of safety gear to reduce risks. Drivers are also advised to avoid distractions like mobile phones while driving, as even a second's carelessness may lead to a disaster.

Equally important is maintaining one's vehicle. A driver who keeps his brakes, headlights, and tires in proper condition ensures not only his safety but also that of others. The roads are shared spaces; therefore, courtesy and discipline are as essential as technical skills. Driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs is strictly prohibited, yet it continues to be a major cause of accidents worldwide.

In the future, with the development of advanced technology, cars will become safer and more intelligent. However, no machine can replace human responsibility. If every driver follows rules sincerely, respects pedestrians, and remains alert, the number of road mishaps will decline significantly. Precautions while driving are not just legal requirements; they are moral duties that protect lives.

Rewrite the sentence in passive voice.

'Governments emphasize strict traffic laws.'

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

Sentence: 'Governments emphasize strict traffic laws.'

Subject: Governments

Verb: emphasize (Present Tense)

Object: strict traffic laws

In the passive voice, the object becomes the new subject, the verb is changed to its past participle form preceded by a form of 'to be' (is/are), and the original subject is placed at the end preceded by 'by.'

The Correct passive voice is:

Strict traffic laws are emphasized by governments.