A red light at a traffic signal means stop. You may not cross the stop line when the light is red, even if the intersection is clear. The stop is absolute and not a 'momentary stop'.
Red = stop, no exceptions
Thinking you can go on red if the intersection is empty
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What is the meaning of the light appearing in the following traffic light?✓ Stop – don't continue driving for as long as the red light is on.
What is the meaning of the light appearing in the following traffic light?✓ You may keep driving if the intersection is clear and safe.
What is the meaning of the light appearing in the following traffic light (non-flashing yellow)?✓ Stop before the intersection, unless you cannot stop safely.
What are you required to do when a traffic light displays a flashing yellow light?✓ Proceed carefully and drive according to the traffic signs placed at the intersection.
What is the meaning of the green arrow in the traffic light?✓ You may continue driving in the direction of the arrow only.
What is the meaning of the following traffic sign?✓ Merge with the traffic in the adjacent lane, from either right or left.
