QuizTraffic signsNepal
Test your knowledge with our multiple-choice quiz. Learn from each answer and improve your understanding of the traffic rules and road signs of Nepal.
Traffic signs
Traffic rules
Nepal
51. What does this traffic sign mean?
This traffic sign indicates that parking is prohibited. Vehicles may not be parked in the area covered by the sign unless an exception applies. Brief stopping to pick up or drop off passengers or to load or unload goods may still be permitted where local rules allow it.
English • Traffic sign A14 • No parking. Parking is prohibited where this sign applies. Read any supplementary plate specifying times or the area covered.
नेपाली • A14 • पार्किङ निषेध। यो संकेत लागू हुने ठाउँमा सवारी पार्क गर्न निषेध छ। थप प्लेटमा समय वा क्षेत्र तोकिएको भए त्यसलाई पनि पढ्नुहोस्।
Sources
🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Dor.gov.np • सडक विभाग • Traffic Signs Manual, 1997 • A14 • PDF पृष्ठ 61
SVG source: Nepali Department of Roads • Public domain • Original revision 2020-02-11. Wikimedia original unmodified.
52. What does this traffic sign mean?
This traffic sign indicates a warning for a slippery road surface. The road ahead may provide reduced tyre grip because of water, ice, mud, oil or another surface condition. Reduce speed and avoid sudden braking, acceleration or steering movements.
English • Traffic sign B30 • Slippery road. Avoid sudden braking or steering.
नेपाली • B30 • चिप्लो सडक। अगाडि सडक चिप्लो हुन सक्छ। अचानक ब्रेक लगाउने वा तीव्र मोड्ने काम नगर्नुहोस्।
Sources
🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Dor.gov.np • सडक विभाग • Traffic Signs Manual, 1997 • B30 • PDF पृष्ठ 110
SVG source: Nepali Department of Roads • Public domain • Original revision 2014-08-14. Wikimedia original unmodified.
53. What does this traffic sign mean?
This traffic sign means give way. Slow down and give way to traffic that has priority. Stop if necessary and proceed only when it is safe.
English • Traffic sign A2 • Give way. Give way to traffic on the main road, stopping if necessary.
नेपाली • A2 • बाटो दिनुहोस्। अगाडिको मुख्य सडकमा चलिरहेको यातायातलाई प्राथमिकता दिनुहोस्; आवश्यक भए रोक्नुहोस्।
Sources
🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Dor.gov.np • सडक विभाग • Traffic Signs Manual, 1997 • A2 • PDF पृष्ठ 49
SVG source: Nepali Department of Roads • Public domain • Original revision 2022-02-08. Wikimedia original unmodified.
54. What does this traffic sign mean?
This traffic sign indicates a warning for a narrowing ahead. The available road width decreases ahead. Reduce speed when necessary and be prepared for less lateral space between vehicles, obstacles or the road edge.
English • Traffic sign B35 • Narrow bridge ahead. Slow down and watch for oncoming traffic.
नेपाली • B35 • साँघुरो पुल। अगाडि साँघुरो पुल छ। विपरीत दिशाको यातायात हेरेर गति घटाउनुहोस्।
Sources
🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Dor.gov.np • सडक विभाग • Traffic Signs Manual, 1997 • B35 • PDF पृष्ठ 115
SVG source: Commons.wikimedia.org • Original SVG
Nepali Department of Roads • Public domain • Original revision 2020-03-17. Wikimedia original unmodified.
Artwork reviewed against the Department of Roads Traffic Signs Manual 2018, Volume 2: Dor.gov.np • PDF page 71. Catalogue-equivalent illustration; intentional update from the previous PNG. The earlier manual is retained as supporting evidence.
55. What does this traffic sign mean?
This traffic sign indicates a detour for vehicles that cannot continue on the normal route. Vehicles affected by the relevant restriction should follow the indicated alternative route.
English • Traffic sign C4 • Overtaking section. This sign indicates a section where slow-moving buses and lorries may be overtaken. Also obey road markings and other restrictions.
नेपाली • C4 • ओभरटेक गर्ने खण्ड। यो संकेतले ढिला चलिरहेका बस र ट्रकलाई उछिन्न सकिने खण्ड जनाउँछ। सडकका रेखा र अन्य प्रतिबन्ध पनि पालना गर्नुहोस्।
Sources
🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Dor.gov.np • सडक विभाग • Traffic Signs Manual, 1997 • C4 • PDF पृष्ठ 132
SVG source: Nepali Department of Roads • Public domain • Original revision 2012-09-18. Wikimedia original unmodified.
56. What does this traffic sign mean?
This traffic sign indicates that handcarts are prohibited. People using handcarts may not enter or continue beyond the sign. Other road users may still be permitted unless another restriction applies.
English • Traffic sign A6 • No handcarts. Handcarts may not use this road.
नेपाली • A6 • हाते गाडा निषेध। यस सडकमा हातले चलाइने गाडाको प्रवेश निषेध छ।
Sources
🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Dor.gov.np • सडक विभाग • Traffic Signs Manual, 1997 • A6 • PDF पृष्ठ 53
SVG source: Commons.wikimedia.org • Original SVG
Nepali Department of Roads • Public domain • Original revision 2025-06-27. Wikimedia original unmodified.
Artwork reviewed against the Department of Roads Traffic Signs Manual 2018, Volume 2: Dor.gov.np • PDF page 10. Catalogue-equivalent illustration; intentional update from the previous PNG. The earlier manual is retained as supporting evidence.
57. What does this traffic sign mean?
This traffic sign indicates that vehicles heavier than indicated are prohibited. Vehicles or vehicle combinations exceeding the displayed mass limit may not continue beyond the sign. The legally relevant mass is determined by the applicable local rules.
English • Traffic sign A12 • Maximum gross weight: 17 tonnes. Vehicles whose actual total weight, including their load, exceeds 17 tonnes may not enter.
नेपाली • A12 • अधिकतम कुल तौल १७ टन। सवारी र मालसहितको वास्तविक कुल तौल १७ टनभन्दा बढी भए प्रवेश निषेध छ।
Sources
🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Dor.gov.np • सडक विभाग • Traffic Signs Manual, 1997 • A12 • PDF पृष्ठ 59
SVG source: Nepali Department of Roads • Public domain • Original revision 2025-06-27. Wikimedia original unmodified.
58. What does this traffic sign mean?
This traffic sign indicates a dead end street. The road has no through route for vehicles, although access to properties or other destinations along the road may still be possible.
English • Traffic sign C1 • Dead end. This road ends ahead and does not provide a route to another road.
नेपाली • C1 • अगाडि सडक बन्द छ। यो सडक अगाडि समाप्त हुन्छ र अर्को सडकसम्म जाने मार्ग छैन।
Sources
🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Dor.gov.np • सडक विभाग • Traffic Signs Manual, 1997 • C1 • PDF पृष्ठ 129
SVG source: Nepali Department of Roads • Public domain • Original revision 2014-08-17. Wikimedia original unmodified.
59. What does this traffic sign mean?
This traffic sign warns of a hairpin bend to the left. The road ahead makes a very sharp turn, so reduce speed and be prepared to steer sharply to the left.
English • Traffic sign B11 • Hairpin bend to the left. A very sharp left bend lies ahead. Reduce speed before the bend.
नेपाली • B11 • बायाँतर्फ तीव्र घुम्ती। अगाडि बायाँतर्फ निकै तीव्र घुम्ती छ। घुम्तीमा प्रवेश गर्नुअघि गति घटाउनुहोस्।
Sources
🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Dor.gov.np • सडक विभाग • Traffic Signs Manual, 1997 • B11 • PDF पृष्ठ 91
SVG source: Commons.wikimedia.org • Original SVG
Nepali Department of Roads • Public domain • Original revision 2020-03-01. Wikimedia original unmodified.
Artwork reviewed against the Department of Roads Traffic Signs Manual 2018, Volume 2: Dor.gov.np • PDF page 48. Catalogue-equivalent illustration; intentional update from the previous PNG. The earlier manual is retained as supporting evidence.
60. What does this traffic sign mean?
This traffic sign indicates a warning for a steep ascent. A steep uphill gradient lies ahead and may cause heavy or low-powered vehicles to lose speed. Select a suitable gear, maintain a safe following distance and be prepared for slower traffic.
English • Traffic sign B19 • Steep ascent. Use a suitable gear. No gradient percentage is shown in this illustration.
नेपाली • B19 • उकालो। अगाडि तीव्र उकालो छ। उपयुक्त गियर प्रयोग गर्नुहोस्। यस चित्रमा ढलानको प्रतिशत दिइएको छैन।
Sources
🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Dor.gov.np • सडक विभाग • Traffic Signs Manual, 1997 • B19 • PDF पृष्ठ 99
SVG source: Nepali Department of Roads • Public domain • Original revision 2014-08-18. Wikimedia original unmodified.
61. What does this traffic sign mean?
This traffic sign indicates a warning for a quayside or riverbank. The road approaches or runs close to an edge beside water, where a vehicle could leave the roadway and enter the water. Reduce speed, identify the road edge carefully and take extra care in darkness or poor visibility.
English • Traffic sign B28 • River or deep water ahead. Beware of driving off the edge into the water.
नेपाली • B28 • नदी किनारा वा गहिरो पानी। अगाडि सडक नदी किनारा वा गहिरो पानीको नजिक छ। किनारातर्फ सवारी जान नदिन सावधान रहनुहोस्।
Sources
🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Dor.gov.np • सडक विभाग • Traffic Signs Manual, 1997 • B28 • PDF पृष्ठ 108
SVG source: Nepali Department of Roads • Public domain • Original revision 2014-08-14. Wikimedia original unmodified.
62. What does this traffic sign mean?
This traffic sign indicates that vehicles wider than indicated are prohibited. A vehicle or vehicle combination whose overall width, including its load, exceeds the displayed limit may not continue beyond the sign.
English • Traffic sign A11 • Maximum width: 1.8 m. Vehicles whose width, including their load, exceeds 1.8 m may not enter.
नेपाली • A11 • अधिकतम चौडाइ १.८ मिटर। सवारी र त्यसको मालसहितको चौडाइ १.८ मिटरभन्दा बढी भए प्रवेश निषेध छ।
Sources
🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Dor.gov.np • सडक विभाग • Traffic Signs Manual, 1997 • A11 • PDF पृष्ठ 58
SVG source: Nepali Department of Roads • Public domain • Original revision 2025-06-27. Wikimedia original unmodified.
63. What does this traffic sign mean?
This traffic sign indicates a warning for a dip in the road. A sudden depression in the road surface lies ahead and may affect vehicle stability or visibility. Reduce speed before reaching the dip and be prepared for water or other hazards that may collect in the lowered section.
English • Traffic sign B34 • Dip or low-water crossing. Flooding is possible. Assess the conditions and proceed carefully.
नेपाली • B34 • पानी जम्न सक्ने गहिरो भाग। अगाडि सडकको गहिरो भाग वा पानी बग्ने तल्लो पारपथ छ, जहाँ बाढीको पानी जम्न सक्छ। अवस्था हेरेर सावधानीपूर्वक अघि बढ्नुहोस्।
Sources
🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Dor.gov.np • सडक विभाग • Traffic Signs Manual, 1997 • B34 • PDF पृष्ठ 114
SVG source: Commons.wikimedia.org • Original SVG
Nepali Department of Roads • Public domain • Original revision 2020-03-16. Wikimedia original unmodified.
Artwork reviewed against the Department of Roads Traffic Signs Manual 2018, Volume 2: Dor.gov.np • PDF page 70. Catalogue-equivalent illustration; intentional update from the previous PNG. The earlier manual is retained as supporting evidence.
64. What does this traffic sign mean?
This traffic sign indicates that horsecarts are prohibited. Horse-drawn vehicles may not enter or continue beyond the sign. Other road users may still be permitted unless another restriction applies.
English • Traffic sign A7 • No ox carts. Ox carts may not use this road.
नेपाली • A7 • गोरुगाडा निषेध। यस सडकमा गोरुगाडाको प्रवेश निषेध छ।
Sources
🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Dor.gov.np • सडक विभाग • Traffic Signs Manual, 1997 • A7 • PDF पृष्ठ 54
SVG source: Commons.wikimedia.org • Original SVG
Nepali Department of Roads • Public domain • Original revision 2025-06-27. Wikimedia original unmodified.
Artwork reviewed against the Department of Roads Traffic Signs Manual 2018, Volume 2: Dor.gov.np • PDF page 11. Catalogue-equivalent illustration; intentional update from the previous PNG. The earlier manual is retained as supporting evidence.
65. What does this traffic sign mean?
This traffic sign indicates the end of the previously indicated speed limit. From this point, follow any newly posted limit or the applicable default speed rules for the road and vehicle category.
English • Traffic sign A23 • End of the 40 speed limit. The previously imposed special limit of 40 kilometres per hour ends here. This does not mean that all other restrictions end.
नेपाली • A23 • ४० को गति सीमा समाप्त। पहिले लागू गरिएको ४० किलोमिटर प्रतिघण्टाको विशेष गति सीमा यहाँ समाप्त हुन्छ। यसले अन्य सबै प्रतिबन्ध समाप्त भएको जनाउँदैन।
Sources
🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Dor.gov.np • सडक विभाग • Traffic Signs Manual, 1997 • A23 • PDF पृष्ठ 70
SVG source: Nepali Department of Roads • Public domain • Original revision 2020-02-16. Wikimedia original unmodified.
66. What does this traffic sign mean?
This traffic sign indicates that turning left is prohibited. A left turn may not be made where the sign applies. Other movements may still be permitted unless another restriction applies.
English • Traffic sign A19 • No left turn. Turning left is prohibited at this location.
नेपाली • A19 • बायाँ मोड्न निषेध। यस स्थानमा बायाँ मोड्न निषेध छ।
Sources
🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Dor.gov.np • सडक विभाग • Traffic Signs Manual, 1997 • A19 • PDF पृष्ठ 66
SVG source: Nepali Department of Roads • Public domain • Original revision 2020-02-11. Wikimedia original unmodified.
67. What does this traffic sign mean?
This traffic sign indicates that vehicles higher than indicated are prohibited. A vehicle or vehicle combination whose overall height, including its load, exceeds the displayed limit may not continue beyond the sign.
English • Traffic sign A10 • Maximum height: 4.4 m. Vehicles whose height, including their load, exceeds 4.4 m may not enter.
नेपाली • A10 • अधिकतम उचाइ ४.४ मिटर। सवारी र त्यसको मालसहितको उचाइ ४.४ मिटरभन्दा बढी भए प्रवेश निषेध छ।
Sources
🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Dor.gov.np • सडक विभाग • Traffic Signs Manual, 1997 • A10 • PDF पृष्ठ 57
SVG source: Nepali Department of Roads • Public domain • Original revision 2012-09-11. Wikimedia original unmodified.
68. What does this traffic sign mean?
This traffic sign indicates a warning for a staggered junction. Side roads join the main road at different points rather than directly opposite each other. Reduce speed and watch carefully for vehicles entering, leaving or crossing the main road.
English • Traffic sign B4 • Staggered junctions, first right then left. Watch for traffic at both junctions.
नेपाली • B4 • पहिले दायाँतर्फ सहायक सडक। अगाडि सहायक सडकहरू फरक स्थानमा जोडिन्छन्; पहिले दायाँ र त्यसपछि बायाँतर्फको जङ्क्सन आउँछ।
Sources
🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Dor.gov.np • सडक विभाग • Traffic Signs Manual, 1997 • B4 • PDF पृष्ठ 84
SVG source: Commons.wikimedia.org • Original SVG
Nepali Department of Roads • Public domain • Original revision 2022-02-18. Wikimedia original unmodified.
Artwork reviewed against the Department of Roads Traffic Signs Manual 2018, Volume 2: Dor.gov.np • PDF page 41. Catalogue-equivalent illustration; intentional update from the previous PNG. The earlier manual is retained as supporting evidence.
69. What does this traffic sign mean?
This traffic sign indicates that turning right is mandatory at the junction ahead. Traffic must turn right and may not continue straight ahead or turn left.
English • Traffic sign A30 • Turn right ahead. You must turn right at the junction ahead.
नेपाली • A30 • अगाडि दायाँ मोड्नुहोस्। अगाडिको जङ्क्सनमा दायाँ मोड्नुपर्छ।
Sources
🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Dor.gov.np • सडक विभाग • Traffic Signs Manual, 1997 • A30 • PDF पृष्ठ 77
SVG source: Nepali Department of Roads • Public domain • Original revision 2020-02-15. Wikimedia original unmodified.
70. What does this traffic sign mean?
This traffic sign indicates a warning for a railway crossing with barriers. It alerts drivers to an upcoming level crossing with gates or barriers that close when a train approaches. Drivers should be ready to stop when the barriers are down or flashing lights activate. Never attempt to cross when gates are closing or closed.
English • Traffic sign B41 • Level crossing with gates or barriers. Obey the crossing controls.
नेपाली • B41 • फाटक भएको रेल क्रसिङ। अगाडि फाटक वा बार भएको रेल क्रसिङ छ। फाटक र क्रसिङको निर्देशन पालना गर्नुहोस्।
Sources
🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Dor.gov.np • सडक विभाग • Traffic Signs Manual, 1997 • B41 • PDF पृष्ठ 121
SVG source: Commons.wikimedia.org • Original SVG
Nepali Department of Roads • Public domain • Original revision 2022-02-22. Wikimedia original unmodified.
Artwork reviewed against the Department of Roads Traffic Signs Manual 2018, Volume 2: Dor.gov.np • PDF page 77. Catalogue-equivalent illustration; intentional update from the previous PNG. The earlier manual is retained as supporting evidence.
71. What does this traffic sign mean?
This traffic sign indicates a warning for a curve to the right. A right-hand bend lies ahead. Reduce speed before entering the curve, maintain your lane position and use smooth steering.
English • Traffic sign B10 • Sharp bend to the right. Reduce speed before the bend.
नेपाली • B10 • दायाँ मोड। अगाडि दायाँतर्फ तीव्र मोड छ। मोडअघि गति घटाउनुहोस्।
Sources
🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Dor.gov.np • सडक विभाग • Traffic Signs Manual, 1997 • B10 • PDF पृष्ठ 90
SVG source: Commons.wikimedia.org • Original SVG
Nepali Department of Roads • Public domain • Original revision 2020-02-28. Wikimedia original unmodified.
Artwork reviewed against the Department of Roads Traffic Signs Manual 2018, Volume 2: Dor.gov.np • PDF page 47. Catalogue-equivalent illustration; intentional update from the previous PNG. The earlier manual is retained as supporting evidence.
72. What does this traffic sign mean?
This traffic sign indicates the start of a speed limit. The displayed value is the maximum permitted speed from this point. The limit remains in force until it ends or is replaced according to the applicable traffic signs and local rules.
English • Traffic sign A22 • Maximum speed: 40. The maximum speed is 40 kilometres per hour. Road conditions may require a lower speed.
नेपाली • A22 • अधिकतम गति ४०। अधिकतम गति ४० किलोमिटर प्रतिघण्टा छ। सडकको अवस्था अनुसार अझ कम गति आवश्यक हुन सक्छ।
Sources
🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Dor.gov.np • सडक विभाग • Traffic Signs Manual, 1997 • A22 • PDF पृष्ठ 69
SVG source: Nepali Department of Roads • Public domain • Original revision 2020-02-16. Wikimedia original unmodified.
73. What does this traffic sign mean?
This traffic sign indicates that vehicles longer than indicated are prohibited. A vehicle or vehicle combination whose overall length, including its load, exceeds the displayed limit may not continue beyond the sign.
English • Traffic sign A9 • Maximum length: 10 m. Vehicles or vehicle combinations whose total length exceeds 10 metres may not enter.
नेपाली • A9 • अधिकतम लम्बाइ १० मिटर। सवारी वा जोडिएका सवारीको कुल लम्बाइ १० मिटरभन्दा बढी भए प्रवेश निषेध छ।
Sources
🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Dor.gov.np • सडक विभाग • Traffic Signs Manual, 1997 • A9 • PDF पृष्ठ 56
SVG source: Nepali Department of Roads • Public domain • Original revision 2025-06-27. Wikimedia original unmodified.
74. What does this traffic sign mean?
This traffic sign indicates a warning for falling rocks. Rocks or stones may fall from nearby slopes or may already be lying on the road. Reduce speed, scan the road ahead and be prepared to avoid or stop for fallen material.
English • Traffic sign B33 • Falling rocks. Rocks may fall from the mountainside or be lying on the road. Take care.
नेपाली • B33 • ढुङ्गा खस्ने खतरा। अगाडि पहाडबाट ढुङ्गा खस्ने वा सडकमा ढुङ्गा हुन सक्ने क्षेत्र छ। सावधान रहनुहोस्।
Sources
🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Dor.gov.np • सडक विभाग • Traffic Signs Manual, 1997 • B33 • PDF पृष्ठ 113
SVG source: Commons.wikimedia.org • Original SVG
Nepali Department of Roads • Public domain • Original revision 2020-03-14. Wikimedia original unmodified.
Artwork reviewed against the Department of Roads Traffic Signs Manual 2018, Volume 2: Dor.gov.np • PDF page 69. Catalogue-equivalent illustration; intentional update from the previous PNG. The earlier manual is retained as supporting evidence.
75. What does this traffic sign mean?
This traffic sign indicates a warning for an uncontrolled T-junction. The road ends at an intersection where no traffic signs or signals assign priority. Reduce speed and follow the applicable default priority rules.
English • Traffic sign B5 • T-junction ahead. The road ends at a T-junction. Slow down and prepare to turn left or right.
नेपाली • B5 • अगाडि टी-जङ्क्सन। अगाडि सडक अर्को सडकमा समाप्त हुन्छ। बायाँ वा दायाँ मोड्नुपर्ने भएकाले गति घटाउनुहोस्।
Sources
🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Dor.gov.np • सडक विभाग • Traffic Signs Manual, 1997 • B5 • PDF पृष्ठ 85
SVG source: Commons.wikimedia.org • Original SVG
Nepali Department of Roads • Public domain • Original revision 2022-02-18. Wikimedia original unmodified.
Artwork reviewed against the Department of Roads Traffic Signs Manual 2018, Volume 2: Dor.gov.np • PDF page 42. Catalogue-equivalent illustration; intentional update from the previous PNG. The earlier manual is retained as supporting evidence.
76. What does this traffic sign mean?
This traffic sign indicates that turning left is mandatory at the junction ahead. Traffic must turn left and may not continue straight ahead or turn right.
English • Traffic sign A30 • Turn left ahead. You must turn left at the junction ahead.
नेपाली • A30 • अगाडि बायाँ मोड्नुहोस्। अगाडिको जङ्क्सनमा बायाँ मोड्नुपर्छ।
Sources
🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Dor.gov.np • सडक विभाग • Traffic Signs Manual, 1997 • A30 • PDF पृष्ठ 77
SVG source: Nepali Department of Roads • Public domain • Original revision 2020-02-15. Wikimedia original unmodified.
77. What does this traffic sign mean?
This traffic sign indicates that traffic must pass an obstacle on the right. Keep to the right of the obstacle and follow any accompanying signs or road markings.
English • Traffic sign A29 • Pass on the right. Pass to the right of the obstruction or traffic island.
नेपाली • A29 • दायाँबाट जानुहोस्। सडकको अवरोध वा टापुलाई दायाँतर्फबाट पार गर्नुहोस्।
Sources
🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Dor.gov.np • सडक विभाग • Traffic Signs Manual, 1997 • A29 • PDF पृष्ठ 76
SVG source: Nepali Department of Roads • Public domain • Original revision 2022-01-17. Wikimedia original unmodified.
78. What does this traffic sign mean?
This traffic sign indicates a warning for a steep descent. A steep downhill gradient lies ahead and the vehicle may gain speed quickly. Reduce speed before the descent, select a suitable gear and use engine braking where appropriate. Allow extra distance for heavy or towing vehicles.
English • Traffic sign B18 • Steep descent. Use a suitable gear and keep your speed under control. No gradient percentage is shown in this illustration.
नेपाली • B18 • ओरालो। अगाडि तीव्र ओरालो छ। उपयुक्त गियर र नियन्त्रणयोग्य गति कायम गर्नुहोस्। यस चित्रमा ढलानको प्रतिशत दिइएको छैन।
Sources
🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Dor.gov.np • सडक विभाग • Traffic Signs Manual, 1997 • B18 • PDF पृष्ठ 98
SVG source: Nepali Department of Roads • Public domain • Original revision 2014-08-18. Wikimedia original unmodified.
79. What does this traffic sign mean?
This traffic sign indicates that turning around (making a U-turn) is prohibited. A U-turn may not be made where the prohibition applies. Other movements may still be permitted unless another restriction applies.
English • Traffic sign A20 • No U-turn. Turning your vehicle around to travel in the opposite direction is prohibited at this location.
नेपाली • A20 • यू-टर्न निषेध। यस स्थानमा सवारी फर्काएर विपरीत दिशामा जान निषेध छ।
Sources
🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Dor.gov.np • सडक विभाग • Traffic Signs Manual, 1997 • A20 • PDF पृष्ठ 67
SVG source: Nepali Department of Roads • Public domain • Original revision 2020-02-12. Wikimedia original unmodified.
80. What does this traffic sign mean?
This traffic sign indicates a warning for a staggered junction. Side roads join the main road at different points rather than directly opposite each other. Reduce speed and watch carefully for vehicles entering, leaving or crossing the main road.
English • Traffic sign B4 • Staggered junctions, first left then right. Watch for traffic at both junctions.
नेपाली • B4 • पहिले बायाँतर्फ सहायक सडक। अगाडि सहायक सडकहरू फरक स्थानमा जोडिन्छन्; पहिले बायाँ र त्यसपछि दायाँतर्फको जङ्क्सन आउँछ।
Sources
🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Dor.gov.np • सडक विभाग • Traffic Signs Manual, 1997 • B4 • PDF पृष्ठ 84
SVG source: Commons.wikimedia.org • Original SVG
Nepali Department of Roads • Public domain • Original revision 2022-02-18. Wikimedia original unmodified.
Artwork reviewed against the Department of Roads Traffic Signs Manual 2018, Volume 2: Dor.gov.np • PDF page 41. Catalogue-equivalent illustration; intentional update from the previous PNG. The earlier manual is retained as supporting evidence.
