The Good Samaritan Law
In India, around 13 lakh people have been killed in road accidents in the last ten years, and the most noticeable fact is that almost 50% of these victims could have been saved if they had received treatment on time. In such situations, a bystander who is not taking any action to save the victim is as guilty as the accused. Yet, bystanders are hesitant or refuse to help the victim due to a fear of the legal inconvenience that comes after that. So, what is a Samaritan? A Samaritan is someone who is willing to help those in need without expecting anything in return. Many people volunteer to provide emergency care in medical emergencies or accidents, but factors such as legal procedures or fear of police officers prevent them from doing so.Author-City Features