General insurance provides protection from losses not covered by life insurance. It includes classes like fire, marine, motor, health, liability, burglary, rural, and fidelity guarantee insurance. Fire insurance compensates for damage from fire to property. Marine insurance covers goods damaged or lost during sea, land or air transport. Motor insurance provides financial protection for vehicle damage or injury from road accidents. Health insurance covers medical costs from illness or hospitalization. Liability insurance protects businesses from legal responsibilities for injuries to others.