Writing and Grammar WRITING Letter Writing v Letters of Complaints} v 1 You are Shammi/Sapna, a resident of 12, Mall Road, Agra. You have noticed that majority of the water taps in your colony keep on leaking. Also water drips from various joints in the supply pipes. All these lead to a big wastage of potable water. Write a letter of complaint to the Municipal Commissioner, Agra Municipal Corporation requesting him to get the necessary repairs done. (case 2020) Ans. 12, Mall Road ] Address of the sender Agra 26 March 20%x 1] pate The Municipal Commissioner Designation and address of Municipal Corporation’ the receiver Agra ‘Subject: To Get the Necessary Water Repairs Done in the Locality J complaint about Si salutation Lon behalf of all the members of our colony, am writing this letter to you to complain ‘about the issue of water leakage from the water taps and various underground joints, |] see tton in the supply pipelines of our society We have been repairing the minor water leakages from the community water taps for 8 ong time. However, s malor problem has taken a big shape lately as the water | petaits about the complaint drips from various joints in the supply pipelines. Water can be seen at many places on the pavernent and the road inthe colony, It has led to a big wastage of potable water: This Is a serious Issue and it needs a quick solution. An immediate and permanent . ‘Mention the required steps/ maintenance must be done at the earliest We request you to take quick and | cupgestions/solutions effective steps to solve the Issue. Thanking you Yours faithfully ] Complimentary close Shammi Signature/Name =ann ofthe sender 2. You are Tabassum/Tarun, a resident of Satya Nagar Colony, Bhubaneswar, Odisha. You have noticed that some {COMMONJERRO)R Some students write wrong address, date or signature. You have to write the address and signature as given in TiPs' + Follow the format carefully. * Mention the subject of the letter property. the question. You should write the date according to the time or season given or suggested in the question,residents of your colony are repeatedly flouting Transport Company. You found that some of your quarantine rules laid out during the outbreak of the furniture has been damaged while being moved. COVID~19 pandemic. Write a letter to the Manager, Agrasen Transport Write a letter to the SHO of the local Police Station, ‘Company, Hayward Road, Karnal, complaining about drawing attention towards the same. Explain how the same and demanding compensation for the such acts impact the health of the community and damaged goods. (CBSE 2019) request immediate intervention and strict action. Ans. 14. Hudson Street (CBSE S9p 2020) Karnal ‘Ans, Satya Nagar Colon 1B March 20% Bhubaneswar Theldareger Odisha a Odisha ‘Agrasen Transport Company 10 October 20Xx Hayward Road The SHO Karnal Satya Nagar Police Station Subject: Camplaint about the Damaged Furniture ‘Shubsesviee Sir/Madam, Odishe a had availed the services of your transport company to shift my furniture and other household items from. Karnal to Ambala. The booking was on 8 March 20XX Subject: Requesting Action against Flouters of Quarantine Rules Sit and the Recelpt No. Is 8R 2001. | had pald the fare | am a resident of Satya Nagar Colony and | am through cheque No. 675001. writing this Letter ta draw your attention towards the At the time of booking, | had voleed my concern complaint about some residents who are not following regarding the safety of my furniture. You assured me the quarantine rules that the driver and the attendants are experienced in This is really disappointing that in spite of the constant transporting household items and that they would alarming notices, the rules have fallen on deaf ears. arrange them in such a manner that they will reach This Is the non-compliance of rules by those residents ‘thelr destination safely. who are not staying Indoors at all and are disregarding You also sald that if there is any damage then you will the rules of social dlstancing. They roam about almost compensate for the same. When we took delivery of everywhere without the use of masks ‘our items, we found that the sofa and the dining table They are 0 Ignorant towards the fact that they are hhad been completely broken. You can also come and potthg everyones Ue at rik through thelr casial ‘check the same. [demand a compensation of ¢ 50.000 tbehaviour. This has aggravated mental stress and Fear Blase epine frat thiveerliest bral be Reread ts in the residents of the colony. In spite of following all take a legal action. the precautionary measures at the personal level, the Thanking you, residents live under the constant threat of getting Yours sincerely infected apparently. aia We have put our concem in front of our Resident ; ; Welfare Assocation however is not taking any steps You are Rita/Rahul living at Sunder Colony, Agra. Jo check such behaviour So, we are knocking your The stray dogs in your colony are regularly fed and doors for the Sesistance to take the immediate action _—-_-Vateinatedbythe RWAof the colony. Youare disturbed ie oirarien to see your neighbours treating these dogs badly. Write a letter to the President of the Society ‘On behalf of the entire society. | request you to look complaining against the rough treatment meted into the matter at the earliest to prevent the hazards of ‘out to them and how it impacts the behaviour of the COVID-19. hope for a prompt action dogs who are otherwise very docile. (cS 2023) Thanking you. ‘Ans. Sunder Colony Yours faithfully Agra Tabassum 15 June 20% 3, You are Rohan/Roshni, a resident of 14, Hudson Street, Karnal, You have recently been transferred aie Presiert, to Ambala. You have shifted your furniture and ‘Sunder Soclety other household items using the services of Agrasen AgraSubject: Complaint against the Rough Treatment ‘Meted out to the Stray Dogs Sir, |.am writing this letter to draw your attention towards the rough treatment being meted out to the stray dogs in our colony. As we all know that these dogs are regularly fed and vaccinated by the RWA of the colony, ‘and they have become a part of our community. However, | have observed that these dogs are treated badlyby some of ourneighbours. Theykickandhltthem. Causing them pain and trauma. This kind of treatment is not only cruel but also impacts the behaviour of the dogs who are otherwise very docile. They become frightened and tend to become aggressive which can bbe dangerous for the peaple around them. {request you to take strict action against these offenders ‘and ensure that the stray dogs in our calony are treated with the care they deserve. It ls our responsibility as members of this community ta ensure the safety and well-being ofall ving belngs. Thanking you. . You are Rohit/Riya of Hauz Khas, New Delhi. You bought a pair of shoes from M/s Shoe Factory, GK-ll, New Dethi. On unpacking them, you found to your amazement that both the shoes are meant for your Left foot. Write a letter of complaint to the Manager of M/s Shoe Factory asking for replacement at their cost. (case 2023) ‘Ans. Hauz Khas New Dethi 6 Novernber 20XX The Manager Wis Shoe Factory (GK New Delhi ‘Subject: Complaint against the Defective Pair of Shoes, ‘Sic/Madam, lam writing this letter to complain against the defective pair of shoos that | recentiy purchased from your store, Ws Shoe Factory in GK New Delhi, On unpacking, them. to my surprise. | found that both shoes were ‘meant for my lft foot 1 was very excited to wear these shoes, but unfortunately. | cannot use them as they are not suitable for my feet. Lam extremely disappointed with the quality control measures taken_by your company. which has led to such a major oversight Twould Uke to request an immediate replacement of the shoes at your cost. as it has caused me a lot of Inconvenlence and this is not something that | can overlook hope you understand my frustration with this Issue and will take prompt action to resalve it. look forward to get response from you soon. Thanking you. Yours sincerely Rohit Letters of Enquiries v You are Aruna/Arjun, C.C.A. incharge of St Joseph's High School, Pune Cantt. You have read an advertisement by the National Tourist Corporation, offering excellent prices for group tours. Write a letter to enquire about the following: © duration of tour * sightseeing itinerary * cost of package discount ‘* mode of transport ‘destinations being offered ‘Ans. St Joseph's High School Pune Cantt. March 20xX ‘The Manager National Tourist Corporation New Delhi Subject: Enquiry about the Group Tours Packages Sir/Madam, (c8s€2023) |] asters 1 pate Designation and address of the receiver J] enquiry about 7 salutation This Is with reference to your advertisement published in The Daily express on 16 March 20XX. offering excellent prices far group tours that | am writing this Information enquired letter to you I want to enquire about the group tour packages offered by the National Tourist Corporation.Ans. | would be grateful if you could provide me with the following Information regarding your tour packages © Duration of the tour : So that we can plan accordingly. © Sightseeing itinerary : Which will help us to get an idea of the places we will be exploring. ‘© Cost of the package discount : So that we can assess the feasibility of the tour for our school. ‘© Mode of transport: That will be provided during the tour. Willitbe a bus. train or flight? This information will help us to plan for our jaurney. ‘© Destinations being offered : That will help us to get an idea of the places we will be exploring | would appreclate if you let me know the above details at the earliest so that Mention the purpose of enquiry and information needed we can make an informed decision about the tour. Thanking you. Yours faithful Aruna) CCA, Incharge You are Reema/Rajesh living at Mayur Colony, Mumbai. Write a letter of enquiry to the Director of National Science Centre, Mumbai, to gather relevant information as you are interested in joining their Astronomy Club, Enquire about eligibility, activities, frequency of meetings and other details. (case 2023) ‘Mayur Colon Mumbat 4 june 20%% ‘The Director National Science Centre ‘Mumbai ‘Subject Enquiry about Astronomy Club ‘Sigvaiann Having read your advertisement in The Times of Indio. dated 3 June 20XX. | am writing to you as ! am interested in joining your Astronomy Club. I would like to enquire about the eligibility criteria. the activities that the club undertakes. the frequency of meetings. and all other relevant detalls that would be benefical to me to know before enrolling. | have always been fascinated by the mysteries of the universe and joining your Astronomy Club would provide me with the opportunity to learn and explore more about it. | would be grateful if you could provide me_with the necessary information that I require to make an informed decision about joining your Astronomy Club Hook forward to a prompt reply. Thanking you Yours sincerely Reema ] Complimentary close ] Signature/Name of the sender 3. You are Kamal/Kanishka living at 6-59, Kirti Nagar. Write a letter to the Principal I.T.. Pusa, enquiring about the diploma course available in the institution, the duration of the course, the fee-structure, placement services and the admission process. (case 2023) Ans. 6-59, Kirti Nagar New Dethi TMay 20% ‘The Principat om Pusa Subject: Enquiry about the Diploma Course Sir/Madam, am writing this letter to enquire about the diploma course available in your esteemed institution. | would appreciate if you could provide me with more detalled information regarding it Firstly. | would Uke to know the duration of the course and the fee structure. Additionally. it would be helpful to have information regarding the admission process and the dacuments required for it Furthermore. I want to know if your institution provides placement services to its students upon completion Of the course. I would also Uke to know about the companies that have visited your campus in the past and the average salary packages offered to the students, | would appreciate if you let me know the above detaits at the earllest. Thanking you. Yours sincerely. Kamal4, You intend to join coaching classes at International Coaching Centre situated in Raipur. The institute Create Your Own Board Game Competition! specialises in teaching science to classes XI and Create an educational board game, and send it XIl. Write a letter of enquiry addressed to the to us at Teen-Toggle Games Pvt. Ltd. 307, Sata Administrator in charge of the institute seeking building, Colaba. Mumbai by July 2022. The top clarification about the timings, duration, staff, 10 winning beard games will be featured on our ‘transport and other necessary details for joining the international portal. institute. You are Rajesh/Rajni of 2, Library Road, Attractive scholarships for the winners! Jabalpur. (cose 2018) You wish to participate but require more ‘Ans. 2. Library Road information. Write a letter to Teen-Toggle Games fae Put. Ltd., enquiring about rules, scholarship details Jabalpur and deadlines. Also enquire about specifications for 24 Apel 20% solo or group entries. (CSE SP 2022 Term-2) The Administrator Ans. Yodadora, International Coaching Centre ae Raine 3 April 20xx eo ‘The Manager ‘Subject: Enquiry about Coaching for Classes XI and XII ot oat : Teen-Toggle Games Pvt.Ltd SkiMadam, 307, Satlia bullding Having read your advertisement in Dalnik Jagran. dated Golobariiumibet 20 April 20XX, lam Interested in joining your classes Subject: Enquiry about Board Game Competition | would Uke to know the following detalls about XI and Sir/Madam. XilSclence coaching classes: This ls with reference to your Board Game Competition oL Disteoi Gorminzerienbetdacses notice an the local Ubrary’s natice board Zee faiBesdlenoedie {Lam very excited and wish to participate in the Board 2. Feet to be depostied Game Competition but [need some more information 3. Scholarship affered:and criteria far the same which Is not given in the notice, Kindly let me know the 4, Class days and timings following detal &, Transport faclity 1. Allthe rules and regulations of the competition Kindly send the above detalls within a week for me to 2. The scholarship vetalls takeadecsbonand enrall 3. If group entries can be send or only the solo entries are allowed Tanking you 4, The deadline of the competition Yours faithful would appreciate if ou let me know the above details Rajesh at the earllest So. that | can send my entry within time, 5. You are Samina Zaveri, Class X, Vadodara, Gujarat. Thanking you You come across the following information on a Local Yours sincerely. library's notice board. Sonniazanert Letters of Placing Orders v 1 Write a letter to the Manager, Haldiram’s, Nagpur, requesting him to supply sixty Lunch packets for your excursion party which would be travelling by the G.T. Express from Delhi to Chennai. Your train will reach Nagpur at 12:15 pm. Mention your coach number and other relevant details. You are Priti/Pritam, Coordinator of the excursion party of Sriram Vidya Niketan, Dethi Ans. Sriram Vidya Niketan Dethi ‘Address of the sender 10 December 20%X J pate ‘The Manager Haldiram’s Designation and address — of the receiver NagourAns. Subject: Order for the Supply of Sixty Lunch Packets SirfMadam, Placing the order for (mention goods/service) salutation Weare a group of sixty students and teachers golng on an excursion to Chennai We will be travelling by the 6.7. Express and will leave Delhi on 20 December at Information 10:30 pm. Our train will reach Nagpur on 21 December at 12:15 pm, ‘We would Uke to place an order for sivty lunch packets to be delivered at Nagpur station at 125 pm on 21 December: Our coach number is S4 and our bogie umber Is Al. | am enclosing here with a Demand Draft of #5.000 as advance payment and will make the final payment on delivery of the lunch packets. Details of the order | request you to be punctual as the train halts at Nagpur station for fifteen minutes only, L.will be grateful if you confirm acceptance of our order at the earliest. Yours faithful Pet Youare Harsh Maheshwari, looking after the computer section of your school. During a quality checking done byyour computer teacher, it has been noticed that ten out of forty computers are not working. Write a letter, to the Store Manager of Intex Computers and place an order for ten computers for your school. In your letter, mentio + the configuration of systems + the good condition of systems + timely delivery of systems XVZ School Upper Bazaar Ranchi ‘Tune 20% The Store Manager lntex Computers Ranchi ‘Subject: Placing an Order for Computers Sir/Madam. This is with reference to our discussion regarding the purchase of ten Intex Computers for our school The systems should have B GB RAN. 1 TB hard disk [] Mode of confirmation of the order “J complimentary close ] Signature/Name of the sender 3. You are Aruna/Arun Kapoor, the Student Prefect incharge ofthe school library of NewAge International School, Sector-12, Alwar, Rajasthan. You are also a part of the newly-formed Reading Club of the school. You have been asked to place an order for children's books for 9 to 14 years of age. Write a letter, to the Manager of AD Book Depot, Madhupur, Jaipur, placing an order for the required books. Provide the necessary details. Ans. New Age International School Sector-12, Alwar Rajasthan 4 May 20XX ‘The Manager [AD Book Depot Maghupur, Jaipur Subject: Placing an Order for Books for the School We are planning an expansion of aur school library so that our students can have better access to books. ‘We would like to place an order for the following books required by the school library: screen size of 17 inches and Windows 10 Please note that all the payments will be made after the safe delivery of the systems. All the computers should be delivered within a week | hope you will adhere to the delivery timeline and will, provide the best of the services Yours trul Harsh Maheshwari Supervisor (Computer section) SNo.|itemCode] item Name Quantity 1[ 2 Gulliver's Travels 5 2 | 25 [the diary ofa voungcit| 15 3 | Ho ignited Minds 20 Kindly note that we require unabridged versions of these books. A new. Reading Club is about to begin in the second week of May, so you are requested to deliver the booksAns. Ans. by 10 May 20XX. Please give trade discount of 25%, The Payment willbe made In cash upon delivery. Yours faithfully ‘Acuna Kapoor (Student Prefect Incharge, School Library) You are Sudeshna/Sudesh Garg, the proprietor of Fit Gym, Lajpat Nagar, New Delhi. You recently came across an advertisement of Sportsworld Company Limited, Amar Colony, New Delhi, offering good discounts on some of their sports and gym equipment and wish to purchase some for your gym, Write a letter to the Manager of this company, placing an order for the required goods. Fit Gym Lapat Nagar New Dethi 15 June 20XX The Manager Sportsworld Company Limited ‘Amar Colony New Dethi ‘Subject: Placing an Order for Gym Equipment Sit/Madam, With reference to your advertisement in the local newspaper Midday Mirror, dated Ta June 20XX.| would Uke to place an order for gym equipment, ‘The details of the order are as follows: 1 Three Treadmills. 2. Four Dumb-bells 3.One Stationary bike kindly note that we want the above to be delivered by 26 June 20XX as we need them urgently. We would also Uke to avail the 20% discount offered in the advertisement, Payment will be made by cheque after the inspection of goods Please acknowledge the recelpt of the letter. Yours truly, Sudeshna Garg (Proprietor) You are Vaijanthi/Vijay from Prakasham Nagar, Secunderabad, Andhra Pradesh. Write a letter to Book Haven Store, requesting home delivery of the books, stationery and art materials you had ordered telephonically. Share the reason for being unable to pick up the goods in person. Confirm your address details and a convenient time slot. (c8s€ Sop 2020) Prakasham Nagar Secunderabad Andhra Pradesh 10.October_20Xx The Sales Manager Book Haven Store ‘Andhra Pradesh 6 Subject Requesting the Home Delivery of the Ordered Goads Si, This is with reference to the order number RXV 2025 for the textbooks of class IX and X stationery and art material ordered telephonically an 5 October 20xx to Me Mukesh, one of the members of your Sales ‘Department | wish to get the books delivered at my home To pick up the goods in person is, unfortunately. not possible due to family emergency. So, | request you Toney cialveirthis Bode st ry home Ea Weal) _Aelanyed ond thieitemsare needed Urgent I il be thankful to you for the same if the items are delivered to me by 12 October 20XX before 12 noon, My address is: Flat No. 2/8, Block-2, Prakasham Nagar. Secunderabad. I hope for the timely delivery. Thanking you. Yours faithfully, Vaijanthi You are Niharika, Incharge of the Neighbourhood Library for children. Write a letter to Manautal Publishers placing an order for books 2 sets each of Panchatantra and Amar Chitra Katha. Mention mode ‘of payment, library discount and date of delivery. (c05e 2022 Ternt2) ‘Ans. Neighbourhood Library Subhash Marg Meerut 15 May 20 X ‘The Sales Manager Manautal Publishers New Dethi Subject: Placing an Order for Books Sirfladam, We wish to place an order for children books for our Ubrary. Currently, the following books are required by our library: S.No Item Name Quantity 1 Panchatantra 2Sets 2 | Amar chitrakatha | 2Sets We require these book sets in English. We are expecting long business relations with your company if terms and conditions are favourable. You are requested to deliver the books by 25 May 20XX ‘A reasonable library discount of 2596 is expected. The ‘payment will be made in cash on delivery. Thanking you Yours Faithfull Nharika (Incharge. Neighbourhood Library)1. You are Preeti/Pramod residing at Green View Apartments, Pune. The Ans. Ans. Letters to the Editors: to the problems of the common man who is finding it difficult to meet his daily needs. Write a letter to the editor of a national daily voicing the problems you are facing because of this inflation and requesting the concemed authorities to look into the matter. Green View Apartments Pune 12 September 204K The Editor The Times of india New Dethi Subject: The Problem of Rising Prices of Daily Commodities str ‘Through the columns of your esteemed dally. | would Uke to raise my concern about | the rising prices of daily commodities. | have first-hand experience of the problems ‘of the common man due ta this Inflation. (case 2023) ] Address of the sender J pate Designation and address of the recelver 7] Probiem addressed 7] Salutation ] Purpose ofwting the tar The cost of essential items such as food. fuel. and clothing has increased significantly Inecent times, and it has become quite difficult for people Uke me to meet our dally Important details needs, Many families are struggling to make both ends meet. This situation Is mare Ukely to worsen in the future. {appeal to the concerned authorities to look into this matter urgently and take ‘appropriate actions in this regard. It ls essential that steps are taken to control the prices of essential commodities so that the common man can leada comfortable life. Thanking you. founsitruly: Preeti You are Swati/Sohan living at 14, DLF, Phase Ill, Gurugram. Your streets and roads get waterlogged during the monsoon season every year. Cars stall, drains overflow and traffic comes to a standstill. It is difficutt to lead a normal life and this adds to your ‘woes. Write a letter to the editor, ‘The Times of Indial, highlighting the problems and suggesting measures to control the problem. (case 2023) 14, DLE, Phase I Gurugram 12 May 20% The Editor The Times of india New Delhi Subject: Waterlogged Streets and Roads during the ‘Monsoon Season sir, Through the columns of your esteemed daily. I vould Uke to bring to the notice of the concerned authorities the perennial Issue faced by the residents of DLF, Phase iin Gurugram during the monsoon season. Every Solutions/Suggestions/Request | complimentary close 7] signature/ttame of the sender year. our streets and roads get waterlogged. causing immense inconvenience to the residents. Cars stall, drains overflow. and traffic comes to a standstill It becomes difficult for us to lead a normal Ife. Despite numerous complaints the problem persists We believe that the root cause of the problem is the lack of proper drainage systems in Gur lacality. It seems that the drains are either clogged or not in condition to handle the excess water during the rainy season. We request the authorities to take immediate steps to address the Issue. The installation of efficient drainage systems and regular maintenance of the existing drains ‘would surely solve the problem. ‘Also, cleaning of the drains ond regular garbage collection should also be undertaken to prevent clogging, We hope that our plea would be considered and necessary steps would be taken to ensure that we do not have to face this issue again. Thanking you. Yours truly, Swati/Sohan3. You are Anita/Anil of Panday Park. You recently worked on a school project on the powerful impact of media in promoting national integration. Write a letter to the editor of ‘The Hindu’ sharing your views on the role of media. (CBSE 2023) ‘Ans. Panday Park New Dethi 23 August 20XX The Eaitor The Hind New Dethi Subject: The Role of Media in Promoting National Integration Shr Lam writing this letter to share my thoughts on the role ‘of media in promoting national integration. | recently ‘worked on a school project an the powerful impact of media in this regard There Is no denying that the media plays a vital role in shaping public opinion and promoting a sense of unity and brotherhood among people of different ‘communities. ithas the power to challenge stereotypes. nourish intercultural dialogue, and highlight the ‘characteristics that bind us together as a nation. Ihave a firm belief that media can be a powerful tool for promoting national integration. and itis important for us to recognise its role In building a more unified ‘and peaceful nation Thanking you. Yours truly Anita 4, You are Armaan/Anjali of C-63, Panvel. You recently read a magazine article which highlighted the ‘condition of underage children working in hazardous conditions. Instead of going to school, they are ‘working in dimly lit factories, tea stalls, garages, etc., to supplement family incomes. Write a letter to the editor of ‘The Times of India’ drawing attention to this national problem and suggesting solutions. (case2023) Ans. C-63, Panvel ‘Maharashtra 13 December 20XX ‘The Editor The Times of India New Dethi Subject: Underage Children Working in Hazardous Conditions Sit, Tam writing to draw your attention towards the serious issue of underage children working in hazardous conditions, it is regrettable that instead of jong to school. they are forced to work in cimty it Herts tan sale porages- ond other such places to supplement their family incomes. This is a national problem that_needs immediate attention. The number of child labourers is increasing day by day despite various laws and regulations. Pls unfair and agonising that these children, who should be playing and studying are being exposed to dangerous working conditions. This hampers their physical and mental health besides depriving them of a childhood and a bright future. ‘As responsible citizens, we must play our part in addressing this Issue. The government must enforce strict laws against child labour and ensure that every child has access to education. NGOs and other Organisations can 150 play a vital role in spreading awareness about this issue and providing Support to these children and their famies. It is high time that we come together to fight against child tabour and create a better future for our children. Thanking you Yours truly. ‘Armaan 5. Technology today is an effective and convenient means of teaming. TECHNOLOGY IN EDUCATION PROS CONS Improves engagement and retention Distracting © Promotes interactive collaborative learning Reduces problem solving skills © Prepares students for the future Reduces direct peer interaction + Reduces costs Expensive to maintain # Promotes technological skills Information may not be authentic * Provides current information Communication You are Meera/Vaibhav and would like to share your views on the pros and cons of technology in education. Write a letter to the Editor of a newspaper expressing your views, (cose 2023) Ans. Bharti Vidyapeeth Gulmohar Park New Delhi ‘Va March 20XXThe Editor The Hindu New Dethi Subject: The Pros and Cons of Using Technology in Education sh, am writing this letter to bring to your notice the ‘consequences of using technology in education today, Ina country populated by mostly young people with handheld devices, it Is imperative to be aware of the fact that technology has both pros and cons. In the modern era, when every nook and comer of ‘our everyday life is dominated by technology. our ‘education systemis also being deeply impacted by this phenomenon. If we talk about its merits, it improves student engagement. their retention span. provides learners more ways to collaborate ond interact. and Subject Intraduction of Online Regional Language Learning Programmes Sir, ‘As someone who believes that languages can help bridge regional divides and promote unity, lam writing to suggest the introduction of an online regional language learning programme in our city to help the recently relocated residents (of all ages) establish a healthy rapport with the local residents and promote mutual understanding This online programme, organised and run by student Councils and language clubs. can help these residents pick up the local language organically. This initiative may be conducted only on weekends for three months. making it feasible for participants to attend without hindering their work or studies. Activities such as language exchange programmes. cultural_events prepares students for the future which is definitely going to be technology-governed. However. the technology has some negative aspects too. Technology oftencauses distraction among younglearners who are Sccustomed to multple tabs ond Instat gratfication It makes things Uke calculation or writing an essa ‘easy and quick which often hampers learning and ‘encourages plagiarism which Is exactly the reason why teachers fear ChatGPT. Moreover. online Interaction doesn't have the charm and natural spontaneity of face-to-faceinteraction between teachersandstudents ‘which obstructs the students’ social development. Finally. while technology is undoubtedly an effective ‘and convenient means of learning, it should not completely replace traditional forms of education. balance should be maintained between the two. ‘Therefore. | want to highlght these pros and cons of technology in education through the columns of ‘your esteemed dally and create a positive awareness among the masses. Thanking you. |. As Armaan Khan, the School Literary Captain of Ujjwal Academy, Old City, Kiladerabad, you believe that languages can help bridge regional divides and promote unity. Write. letter to the Editor of anational daily suggesting the introduction of an ontine regional language learning programme managed and run by student councils and language clubs in the city. The programme aims to help residents who have recently relocated to a new region in picking up the local language organically. Share the importance and credibility of such a programme and suggest a feasible Way to execute it along with possible activities. (cise S0p 2023.24) Ans. Ujjwal Academy Old City, Kiladerabad 21uly 20%% “The Editor Bhartiya Somachar Jammnager, Kiladerabad Ans. and group discussions on the virtual platform can be undertaken to make this programme mare engaging. [hope that publishing of this letter in the columns of your daily shall urge the community to support this programme for its potential. to bring people together, promote language proficiency, and foster a sense of brotherhood. Thanking you. Yours truly ‘Armaan Khan (Captain, Lterary Clu Recently a serious quarrel took place in a colony in Delhi due to the use of loudspeakers at a public place and caused disharmony among the people. Write a letter to the Editor of The Hindustan Times expressing your concem over the unpleasant incident, hia} g the fact that the loudspeakers cause noise pollution and discord, suggesting that the unauthorised use of loudspeakers at public places should be banned. You are Anjana/Arjun, F-112 Kailash Colony, Del (CBSE 2015) F:112 Kailash Colony Delhi 20 February 20xx ‘The Editor The Hindustan Times Bahadur Shah Marg Dethi Subject: Nuisance Caused by Loudspeakers Sir, Through the columns of your esteemed newspaper. T would like to bring to the notice of the concerned authorities the nuisance created by loudspeakers in our city. ‘A__recent incident involving loudspeakers was, instrumental in triggering a quarrel among the people. Inareligious procession. the loudspeakers were blaring out at a high volume. When some people complained‘about it, it led to a fight between them. Around five people were injured and the police had to intervene Also, the board exams are about to start Students. ‘are busy in their preparations. They study till late night and during early morning, And it is during these times that loudspeakers blare out loud. disturbing the concentration of the students. ‘Also, since it is election time, so during daytime also contestants gjve speeches which are transmitted through loudspeakers causing nolse pollution, I request the religious leadersas well as the contestants toactin publicinterest and top the use of loudspeakers. ‘Also, the concerned authorities should impose heavy fine on those who indulge in such activites. Students are the future of this country, We should ensure that they are allowed to study in peace Thanking vou. Yours faithfully. Anjana 8. You are Hema/Hemant, 14/9, Hill Apartments, Jaipur. You are not satisfied with the facilities for tourists in Jaipur. Write a letter to the editor of a local daily giving suggestions on ways to improve the facilities for tourists. (case 2019) ‘Ans. 14/9, Hill Apartments Jaipur V4 October 20%x The Editor Dank Jagran Jaipur Subject: Suggestions to Improve Facilities for Tourists, Sle/htadam, Jaipur is endowed with natural geographic. cultural and artistic diversity. Therefore. a large number of local ‘and foreign tourists visit Jaipur every year. Tourism has become the highest revenue generator of our city and provides employment to a number of people. However. the facilities for tourists in our city are nat up to the mark. Lack of proper infrastructure. trained human resources and inadequate marketing and promotion hinder the flow of tourists in our city. Cleanliness Is also abigissue ‘The concerned authorities should take necessary steps to improve the infrastructure. Public transport linkages to major sightseeing sights should be provided. Guides should be properly trained. Cleanliness should be made ‘a mass-driven programme IF the above measures are adopted then a visit to this, city will be a memorable one. Thanking you. Yours trul Hema Miscellaneous L You are Zac Skaria,a resident of # 412, Magna Greens Apartments, Gandhi Marg, Jonpara, Mumbai. Three students of grade 10 from your residential complex have rescued and rehabilitated a few old beggars from the neighbourhood. You think that their work deserves appreciation and recognition. Write a letter tothe President of the RWA, seeking recommendation for these youth, to be nominated for ‘Serving Citizens ‘Award’ Suggest some other ways so that such acts of kindness could be recognised and awarded in the future. (CBSE SOP 2022-23) ‘Ans. 421. Magna Greens Apartments Gandhi Marg, Jonpara Mumbai T2October 20XK The President Rw Gandhi Marg lanpara ‘umbat Subject Recommending Nominations for ‘Serving Citizens Award" Sir, This is with reference to the empathetic social service done by Miss Nitya, Master Jayanti_and ‘Master Vibhor (residents of our complex), in rescuing ‘and rehabilitating a few old beggars from_our neighbourhood. These students ensured that the Beggars were rehabilitated at Apna, Ghar-an NGO which takes care of the needy af aur city This selfless initiative carried aut with dedication and responsibilty, deserves due recognition. |, therefore, Taquest you to Roe a Lefer of eeommendeton for these students to be naminated for ‘Serving Citizens’ ‘Award’ organised by the local Municipal Corporation, I would also Uke to submit that the RWA takes an initiative to set up a special committee that looks to such acts in the future, This would aid dedicated Attention and appropriate screening af nominations, Arrangement of academic sponsorships for such children would also be an encouraging gesture. | entreat that you address this at your earliest convenience and issue the recommendation letters. Thanking you. Yours sincerely. Zac Skaria 2. As Vaishali Nathani of 214, Indrayani Apartments, Vaishali Street, Daipur, you believe that forming Ecology clubs and appointing Eco-minders in your city canaid in the preservation and conservation of nature. Writea letter to the MLA of your city area suggesting the need to form such clubs. Share their importance and implications. Recommend the involvement of resident volunteers for implementation of ecoclub activities that nurture and protect the local, ecosystem. (BSE SQp 2023-24)