Does Your Friend Bail When You Need Them? You'll Definitely Relate To This Viral Video
Adherence to age restrictions for vehicle operation has long been a concern, particularly regarding underage individuals operating motorized vehicles.?
Despite regulations stipulating that?riders of gearless motorbikes with engine sizes up to 50 CC must be at least 16 and that motorcycles with gears and cars require?a minimum age of 18, instances of underage riding persist, notably in India.
Viral video shows friends driving recklessly
A recent viral video circulating on social media platforms, notably Instagram, has brought attention to this issue. The footage captures a harrowing scene where three underage children are seen recklessly riding a Scooty at a turning point on a road. In the video, the children are observed speeding through the turn, disregarding traffic rules and posing a significant risk to themselves and other road users.
The reckless manoeuvre forces another rider to swerve abruptly to avoid a collision, narrowly escaping a potential accident. The alarming incident prompts the rider, evidently outraged by the dangerous behaviour, to follow the children.
After a brief pursuit, the children halt the Scooty, prompting two of them to hastily flee the scene, leaving one child behind. Tensions escalate as an individual from the surrounding crowd delivers a slap to the remaining child, reflecting the heightened emotions provoked by the incident.
'Friends are left behind'
The video, with its vivid portrayal of underage individuals engaging in perilous behaviour on the road, has elicited widespread reactions on social media. With 7.3 million views, 457k likes, and a multitude of comments, the footage has sparked a dialogue on appropriate responses to such situations.
Commentary from social media users reflects a range of perspectives. Some advocate for understanding, emphasizing the age of the children involved. One user's comment, "Bro, they are kids, don't hit them," underscores this sentiment of leniency.
Others express concerns about the safety implications of the incident and suggest alternative courses of action.?
One comment suggests informing the parents or involving law enforcement rather than resorting to violence. This sentiment is echoed in another user's remark, "If that girl had been a boy, nobody would have intervened," highlighting potential gender biases in reactions to such incidents.
Amidst the varied responses, a prevailing theme emerges regarding the lessons to be gleaned from the incident. As one commenter observes, "Everyone learns a lesson at the required time; friends are left behind, as shown in the video."
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