CBSE Class 10 English Letter of The Editor Worksheet Set A

 

•  Be polite and formal.

•  Start by introducing yourself and describing the purpose of writing.

•  Briefly describe the problem/Give details of what you would like the concerned official to do.

•  Give your comments/feedback on it.

•  Conclude with a hope, an appeal or a suggestion as required.

•  Be straight forward and to the point.

•  Be brief and relevant.

 

 

• Sender’s address

• Date

• Receiver’s address

• Salutation (Dear Sir…)

• Subject

• Body

• (introduction, problem,cause,effects& conclusion)

• Leave taking (Yours faithfully)

• Signature

• Name (designation)

 

 

Write a letter to the Editor of a leading newspaper to highlight the problem of water shortage in your area in about 120 words. You are Karan Chowdhary a resident of 56, Anjum Road, Dariyaganj, New Delhi.

 

56 Anjum Road

Dariyaganj

Delhi

7 March 2020

The Editor

The Hindustan Times

New Delhi

 

Dear Sir

 

Subject: Acute Water Shortage

 

Kindly allow me to use some space in your esteemed daily to express my views and concern on the problem of extreme water scarcity in our locality.

It’s not communal riots, traffic jams or soaring crime graph that pose the gravest threat to the Delhiites; it’s a water famine that is raring to happen. We the residents of Dariyaganj are facing acute water shortage which is affecting our lives to a great extent. In the cities, people continue to waste precious drinking water in washing cars, bathing animals as well as in making buildings and maintaining gardens. This is absurd and criminal. The Delhi Jal Board also fails to repair or replace leaking water pipes on time.

The need of the hour is to stop the wastage of water and start water harvesting and conservation and even recycling. The government NGO and the public must join hands to prevent Delhi from dying of thirst otherwise we will have ‘not a drop to drink’.

I hope the concerned authorities and the general public will see the gravity of the matter and some measures will be adapted to regulate the water supply in our locality at the earliest.

 

Yours faithfully

sign

Karan Chaudhary

 

Question. Read the following advertisement for products using solar energy. Solar Power Systems For A Greener India
• Excellent Offers
• Solar Cookers
• Solar Lanterns
• Solar Heating/Cooking Systems
• Solar Water Heater Raj Solar Sales and Service 45-Panchkwan Road New Delhi
Write a letter to the editor of an English daily, making a plea to the common people to switch over to solar energy to conserve electricity and limit electricity bills.
Answer:
147 Mayur Vihar New Delhi 11 April 20xx The Editor Hindustan Times New Delhi
Subject: Evoking Awareness Towards Solar Energy
Sir Through the columns of your reputed newspaper, I wish to make the people aware of the growing need and demands of solar power. We all know that our earth is showing signs of a patient in declining health and it is due to excessive pollution on our planet. Man has a desire to live a luxurious life and for that, he is over consuming electricity. He doesn’t realize that overuse would exhaust the treasure. We must conserve electricity which is the need of the hour.
But this conservation can only be done if we start using solar power systems. Various kinds of solar systems like solar cookers, solar lanterns, solar heating and cooking system, solar water heater, etc., are available in the market.
These solar systems are non-polluting. They are economical and are available in different sizes. So, I request you to publish this letter in your newspaper to make people aware of the need of conserving electricity and limiting electricity bills. Public must pay attention to the dire need of switching over to solar energy.
Thanking you.
Yours sincerely
Divyansh

 

Question. The Pie-chart given below shows the changing trends in the recreational activities of children of two different generations. You are disturbed at very little importance given to book reading, followed by sports and games which are mostly indoors resulting in poor health and stamina. You decide to write a letter to the Editor of ‘The Herald Tribune’, New Delhi on this issue, suggesting ways and means to improve the condition. Sign yourself as Malavika/Manas, a Health Specialist from New Delhi and write the letter in about 120 words.

Answer:
Deptt. of Health Care
New Delhi
14th April, 20xx
The Editor
The Herald Tribune
New Delhi
Subject: Changing Trend in Children’s Activities
Sir
Through the columns of your esteemed newspaper, I wish to draw the attention of the general public towards the changing trend in the recreational activities of children of modem tunes. It is shocking to know that present day children don’t want to spend their leisure hours on book-reading, sports and games or any other outdoor activity as was done in the years from 1960-1980. Rather modem day juveniles are more interested in indoor activities. Only 10% of them are interested in book reading whereas 60% can be seen busy with gadgets. This is not a positive trend. It is leading our children towards poor health and stamina. In my opinion, children should be made to understand the importance of reading books and this can be done at school level as well as by parental interference. The advantages of outdoor games must be stressed upon. They must realise that outdoor games impart them the value of discipline as well as team spirit Parents should not provide them electronic gadgets at an early stage.
Hope this letter of mine will spread awareness among children as well as parents and recreational activities of children will again get channelized in a positive way.
Thanking you.
Yours sincerely
Malavika
(Health Specialist)

Question. Your school has decided to take part in half marathon organised by an NGO in New Delhi. Write a letter in 100-120 words to the Area Manager of the NGO requesting permission to participate in the half marathon on 28 April 2016 starting from National Stadium. Request the NGO to provide your school with 200 T-shirts for boys and girls aged 15-17 years. You are School Captain, Manish Mehta, Sarvodaya Vidyalaya,Saket.
Answer: 
Detailed Answer :
Sarvodaya Vidhyalaya
Saket
April 18, 20××
The Area Manager
XYZ NGO
Karol Bagh
New Delhi
Subject : Permission to Participate in Half-Marathon
Sir
It is matter of great pleasure that authorities of our school has decided to take part in the half-marathon organised by your reputed NGO. As the noble purpose of this marathon is to create awareness for ‘Clean City, Green City’,
it will be our honour if you grant us permission to be a part of this noble cause.
Further I’d make a request to provide us 200 T-shirts for the boys and girls of our school, who are aged 15-17 years. I hope, we’ll receive the above mentioned consignment, along with the permission letter within this week so that the students may reach the National Stadium on April 25, 20××, at 5:30 a.m. sharp to join the marathon.
We shall be highly obliged.
Thanking you
Yours sincerely
Manish Mehta
(School Captain)

Question. India is a highly populated country. People lack in maintaining proper sanitation and hygiene as a result they suffer from various diseases. India has a serious sanitation challenge; around 60 per cent of the world’s open defecation takes place in India. Poor sanitation causes health hazards including diarrhoea, particularly in children under 5 years of age, malnutrition and deficiencies in physical development and cognitive ability. You are Nitish/Nikita, head boy/girl of Anand Public School, Jaipur. Write a letter to the editor of a national daily, highlighting the problem and suggesting practical ways to ensure public sanitation and the right to dignity and privacy. (100-120 words) (CBSE SQP 2018-19)
Answer:
Anand Public School
Jaipur
01 December, 20XX

The Editor
The Hindu
Jaipur.
Subject : Practical ways to ensure Public Sanitation
Sir,
Through the columns of your esteemed daily, I would like to draw your attention towards practical ways to ensure public sanitation and the right to dignity and privacy. People are unaware of the ill effects of lack of proper sanitation and hygiene which results in various diseases. They must realise that poor sanitation causes health hazards especially for small children. It also leads to various other physical problems. Public sanitation is the cause of polluted India The right to dignity and privacy is for everyone. People should be more educated and aware about public sanitation and how they should utilise public property. Right to dignity and privacy is everyone’s right and they deserve it.
I hope through your daily, this matter will be highlighted and the concerned authorities will make some efforts to overcome this problem.
Yours faithfully
Nikita

Question. There is a busy road in front of your school. A large number of students have to cross the road while going back home. They run a great risk. Write a letter in 100-120 words to the Editor, Navjiwan Times,Agra drawing attention of the concerned authorities to the problem. Make a request to mark a zebra crossing and to put traffic lights in front of your school. Your are Amit/Anita, Class X, New Age Public School, Ram Nagar, Agra. 
Answer:
New Agra Public School
Ram Nagar
Agra
March 30th, 20××
The Editor
Navjiwan Times
Agra
Subject : Request to make zebra crossing

Sir,
Through the columns of your reputed newspaper, I wish to draw immediate attention of concerned authorities towards the traffic menace on the road in front of New Agra Public School, Ram Nagar. The road is always congested and traffic jams are common here. The major concern arises due to the movement of heavy vehicles on the road. There are no speed breakers or zebra crossings on the road, which makes it tough for the people, especially school students to cross the road. Thus, this road is accident prone. I, a student of class X, New Agra Public School, on behalf of the students and school authorities, request you to make provision of creating zebra crossing on the road so that crossing the road would not be a life threatening task for the children and other people.
I thank you in anticipation.
Yours sincerely
Anita/Amit

Question. You are Varun. You attended “Art of Living for Students” workshop organized by your school’s Yoga Club. Write a letter in about 100-120 words to the editor of the local daily expressing your views about the same. You can use the hints given below.
- very beneficial programme
- teaches :
l time management techniques
l coping with academic pressure 
Answer:
82, Civil Lines
New Delhi
9 March 20××
The Editor
The Times of India
New Delhi
Subject : “Art of Living for Students”
Sir,
Through the columns of your esteemed newspaper, I would like to express my views about the benefits of “Art of living for Students”. This programme is very beneficial for students. I got the opportunity to attend one of the programmes, which was organized by the school’s yoga club. I realised that teaches the techniques of time management. Moreover, how students can cope up with academic pressure, was also taught.
In a nutshell, in my view every student should attend this workshop. Students should be made aware of such programmes and information should be provided by the authorities. I hope you would do the needful in the interest of students.
Thanking you
Yours truly
Varun.

Question. You are Shubham/Surabhi, a resident of ‘R’ Block, Shivaji Nagar, Mumbai. For the past few days you have been noticing that garbage is not being removed from your area. People cannot bear the stinking smell and unhygienic condition caused by this garbage. Write a letter in 100-120 words to the editor of a newspaper to draw the attention of the concerned authorities to take necessary action.
Answer:
‘R’ Block
Shivaji Nagar
Mumbai
27 December 20××
The Editor
The Hindu
New Delhi
Subject : Garbage Heaps on Roads.
Sir,
Through the columns of your reputed newspaper I wish to draw your kind attention to the filthy sight created by heaps of garbage on the main road of our area. The pile goes on increasing day by day. It emits a foul stench. It has become difficult to pass by that way. We have to cover our noses. This garbage is also breeding insects which are dangerous to human health.
I therefore request you to publish my letter in your newspaper so as to draw the attention of the concerned authorities who are still in deep slumber.
Thanking you in anticipation.
Yours faithfully
Surabhi

Question. You are Prabhu Kumar/Parvati of 17E, Ravi Dass Road, Kochi. Write a letter in 100-120 words to the editor of a newspaper about the nuisance caused by loudspeakers in the city during examination days, drawing attention of the concerned authorities to the problem. 
Answer: 
17E, Ravi Dass Road
Kochi
02 December, 20××
The Editor
The Times of India
Kochi
Subject : Nuisance caused by loud speakers during examination
Sir,
Through your esteemed daily, I want to draw the attention of the concerned authorities towards the nuisance caused by loud speaker during examinations. The Annual Examinations are approaching near. The loud speakers keep blaring throughout the night due to which we are unable to prepare ourselves for the examinations, since the noise interferes in our studies and we are unable to concentrate on our studies.
It is, therefore, earnestly requested to stop blaring loud speakers during the examination days. I hope that the concerned authorities will pay attention to solve this problem of the students.
Thanking you
Yours sincerely
Prabhu Kumar

Question. In about 100-120 words, write a letter to the Editor of a local daily, expressing your views on the subject “Value system is the backbone of an individual’s character”.
Answer: 
A-45, Triveni Enclave
Kolkata
5 December 20××
The Editor
The Indian Express
New Delhi
Subject : “Value system is the backbone of an individual’s character”
Sir
Through the columns of your esteemed daily, I wish to put forward my views regarding value systems, since values are being absent in modern society. This would be possible if importance is given in the education system. There is no stress in the educational institutions to uplift the students morally. Ethical values have gone with the wind in the modern, complex and fast competitive era. We should realize the real aim of education, which is not confined to mere cramming of literary pieces or facts of science.
A dedicated individual is a boon to the society and the nation. Our education should lay stress on cultivating human values. Value Education can help in removing all social and cultural evils. Hope you will help me in bringing my views forward.
Thanking you
Yours truly
XYZ.

Question. Now-a-days, we see the rise in prices of edible things like pulses, onions, oils and some other products. The layman is facing hardship on account of it. Write a letter in 120-150 words to the editor of a reputed daily requesting him to highlight the difficulties faced by the common man due to the rise in prices. Sign yourself as
Pranjal/Praneeta living at 124, Vivek Vihar, Delhi. 
Answer:
Detailed Answer :
112, Laxmi Nagar
New Delhi
March 5, 20××

The Editor
The Times of India
New Delhi
Subject : Littered Roads : A Health Hazard
Sir
Owing to the MCD employees’ strike, the roads in our area are littering with garbage. If garbage heaps around in a residential area, they not only present an unpleasant sight but also pose a great health hazard. This is precisely the problem in this part of the capital which I seek to bring to the notice of the concerned authorities through the
columns of your reputed newspaper.
Since Rajendra Nagar is a relatively new locality, there are numerous vacant plots, that are being invariably and insensitively used by the public to dump their garbage. The stench in the air is unbearable, not to mention the peril of an outbreak of infectious diseases.
Attempts to counsel the people on the importance of community hygiene are being counter-argued, i.e., that in the absence of proper dumping sites or dustbins, vacant spots are their only option.
It is important that both the public as well as the authorities should take up a collective responsibility to maintain a clean environment and contribute towards the common good.
I hope this letter of mine will awaken the concerned authorities, who, in turn, will take necessary action at the earliest to protect the residents from any epidemic.
Thanking you.
Yours faithfully
Miki

Question. Your locality has witnessed a number of cases of theft in recent weeks. The local law and order authorities were approached but you find no change in the situation. Write a letter in 100-120 words to the editor of a local newspaper drawing the attention of the higher authorities to the problem. You are Ram/Rama 4,
Gobind Road, Meerut. 
Answer: 
Detailed Answer :
4, Gobind Road
Meerut
March 15, 20××
The Editor
Amar Ujala
Meerut
Subject : Increasing Cases of Theft
Sir
Through the columns of your esteemed newspaper, I wish to draw the attention of the concerned authorities towards the alarming situation in our area. Number of thefts and burglaries are increasing in the locality because the absence of law and order here has become an added advantage to the unsocial elements.
It has become very difficult to go out even after locking the house. Thieves sense it immediately and a little absence cost a lot to the owner. And the most dangerous situation is that they make damage not only to the property but also to life. If these unsocial beings find anyone tracing them, they don’t hesitate to attack them. All that has made the condition very miserable. Old people are the soft target for the burglars.
Repetitive complaints have been lodged to the local law and order authorities but there is no positive change in the situation. Rather the indifferent attitude of the police has encouraged the anti-social elements.
Through this letter of mine, I, on the behalf of the residents of our locality, request the higher authorities to take necessary action at the earliest so that we can lead a safe life.
Thanking you.
Yours sincerely
Rama

Question. Floods in Uttarakhand in June 2012, wiped out hundreds of villages. People have been left homeless; sources of livelihood gone, no roads. In this hour of their need, all the countrymen must come forward to help. As a responsible citizen, write a letter in about 100-120 words, to, the Editor, ‘The Times’, New Delhi expressing your concern about the miserable conditions of those who have been uprooted. Make an appeal to the people to donate generously to the Uttarakhand Relief Fund.

Answer :
251-A,
South-Extension,
New Delhi
4 July, 20XX
The Editor
The Times
New Delhi
Subject : Appeal for Uttarakhand Flood Relief
Sir,
In the past month, India has witnessed one of the worst forms of nature’s fury-floods in Uttarakhand which, washed away thousands of pilgrims, causing a colossal loss of life and property, rendering millions destitute and homeless. Through the columns of this newspaper, I would like to appeal to the people across the country to respond earnestly to this call for duty towards our less fortunate brethren who have been the victims of this disaster.
There is also a need to introspect and identify objectively whether this is a natural calamity or a man-made disaster. Precisely, it was knee-jerk reaction of mother earth against indiscriminate constructions in such a vulnerable area disregarding all warnings ! What is important here is to learn from our mistakes.
My appeal is that help in any form–food, medicines or money, should not only be forthcoming, but also well organised, so as to benefit the maximum number of people.
Thank you.
Yours faithfully
XYZ

Question. When you think about your city, you feel proud of its historical monuments, museums, Parliament House,Rashtrapati Bhawan, Metro, Delhi Haat, shopping malls, and beautiful parks. Write a letter in 100-120 words to the editor of a national daily expressing your views on ‘Delhi—the City of My Dreams.’ You are Akshay/Akshita living at 121, Lake View Colony, Delhi. 
Answer :
121, Lake View Colony,
Delhi
6 November, 20XX
The Editor
The Hindustan Times
New Delhi
Subject : Delhi—The City of My Dreams
Sir
Please allow me to draw the attention of the readers towards Delhi which is the city of my dreams rather I should write ‘Delhi – City of Our Dreams’. Delhi is like a legend. It has many monuments, representing various phases of its history. It is the capital of the country.
The historical monuments, museums, the Parliament House, Rashtrapati Bhawan, Metro, Delhi Haat, the shopping malls and beautiful parks make us feel proud of our city. It even has embassies of almost every country of the world. People of all religions, caste and color live here without discrimination.
Emperor Shahjahan loved Delhi and has aptly written on Diwan-e-Khas at Red Fort, ‘‘If there be Paradise upon earth. It is here. It is here.’’ Living in Delhi may or may not be like living in the Paradise but indeed, it is a privilege to live in the capital of the largest democracy of the world.
Thanking you.
Yours sincerely
Akshay Kapoor

Question. You noticed, while travelling in the Metro that in spite of the strict vigilance, people try to deface the Metro trains and stations. Write a letter to the editor of an evening newspaper suggesting DMRC, Delhi to start some awareness programmes at the school level in coordination with the Directorate of Education explaining how such programmes may help in bringing a positive change in people’s attitude. You are Sudheer/Sweety of 3-B, DDA Flats, Punjabi Bagh, Delhi.
Answer :
3–B, DDA, Flats,
Punjabi Bagh,
Delhi
29 August, 20XX
The Editor
i-Next
Delhi
Subject : Awareness to keep Metro clean
Sir,
Through the columns of your esteemed newspaper, first of all I would like to thank the DMRC, Delhi for providing the citizens of Delhi with so much ease in commuting. I frequently use the Metro and find it very convenient. While travelling, I have noticed that though there is strict vigilance still people deface the Metro trains and stations. I feel that if the DMRC, Delhi collaborates with the Directorate of Education and runs awareness programmes in schools, we would be able to cover a wide spectrum of people and spread the message. This had been successful in the past like for the pollution-free Diwali campaign, as well. It would be a great service to the city if you address this issue in your daily.
Thank you.
Yours faithfully
Sweety

Question. You have been involved with an NGO, ‘VERDICT’ working in the field of education. In July 2012, your organisation admitted 150 students, who were engaged in other activities, in the Govt. and public schools under RTEA-2009. Write a letter in about 100-120 words to the editor of a newspaper relating your experience and suggesting what more could be done in the field of education. You are Ankit/Ankita living at ‘Nehru Vihar’, New Delhi. 
Answer :
15, Nehru Vihar
Delhi
17 August, 20XX
The Editor
The Hindustan Times
Delhi
Subject : Importance of Education
Sir,
In today’s age everyone would agree that education is a must. I have been involved with an NGO called ‘Verdict’ for the past two years. Our core field of work is to spread awareness about the importance of education and to provide education. In July 2012, we got 150 students admitted in Government and public schools under the provisions of RTEA-2009.
My experience with the NGO has been an overwhelming one, yet an eye-opening one too. A lot still needs to be done if we want our country to develop and progress. One possible solution to this situation is to make it compulsory for ‘Each One to Teach One.’ Along with this, if the schools are compelled to turn to afternoon classes and provide education to the people of lower strata at subsidized fees, the problem would be solved to a great extent. I hope to seek the cooperation of every enlightened citizen in this regard.
Thank you.
Yours sincerely
Ankita

Question. You are Rahul/Rohini, a resident of J-Block, Rajouri Garden, New Delhi. The water pipe that supplies drinking water to your area is damaged and there has not been any water supply for two days now. Write a letter in about 100-120 words, to the editor of a local daily drawing the attention of the authorities towards the difficulties of the residents and asking for an immediate repair of the pipe. Demand the supply of drinking water through tankers. 
Answer :
223-J Block,
Rajouri Garden
New Delhi
5 September, 20XX
The Editor
The Times
New Delhi
Subject : Water Crisis in Rajouri Garden
Sir,
I would like to use the columns of your esteemed newspaper to draw an urgent attention of the concerned authorities towards the plight of the residents of Rajouri Garden, who have no water supply for the past two days.
Some leakage in the water pipe is suspected but has not been traced or repaired so far. The written application to the concerned authorities was forwarded immediately to the effect, but the response has been painfully slow.
It is needless to state the difficulties that arise in the absence of water supply which have disrupted the routine activities of the residents pushing them into a state of chaos.
I appeal on behalf of all the residents that the damage to the pipe should be repaired with utmost urgency and meanwhile, drinking water should be supplied through tankers.
Thank you
Yours truly
Rahul/Rohini

Question. You have been reading incidents of foreign tourists being duped and cheated of their money and valuables, incidents of inhospitable behavior and eve-teasing. As a concerned citizen, write a letter to the editor of a national daily expressing your views on the issue and also giving suggestions on how to make your city a safer tourist destination. 
Answer :
77, Kamla Nagar
Agra
7 September, 20XX
The Editor
The Times of India
Agra
Subject : Inhospitable Behavior Towards Tourists
Sir,
Since last few weeks, I’ve been reading incidents of foreign tourists being duped and cheated of their money and valuables by anti-social elements. They are robbed of their valuables and eve-teased. These people misbehave with them and show inhospitable behavior towards them.
This is a bad sign as the citizens of the country are the true reflections of moral values followed by a nation. They leave a bad impact on the tourists which make them think once before they plan to visit our country. It is a blot to our country’s name and fame.
Such incidents must be stopped by the quick and early action of government authorities. They should try their level best to make our city a safe tourist place.
Thanking you
Yours sincerely
XYZ.

Question. Write a letter to the editor of ‘The Hindustan Times’, Kasturba Gandhi Marg, New Delhi advocating the need for people to obey traffic rules for safety, to be law-abiding citizens, to wear helmets and to put on seat belts when driving on road. 
Answer :
59, Anand Nagar
Delhi
17 September, 20XX
The Editor
The Hindustan Times
Kasturba Gandhi Marg
New Delhi
Subject : Need to follow traffic rules
Sir,
Everyday, the newspaper is full of cases which report accidents of high severity and intensity. When the cases are probed, normally what is found is that the accident could have been averted if the people involved had followed traffic rules.
The need of the hour is that people should be made aware of and encouraged to abide by traffic rules, like to wear helmets and put on seat belts. Another important thing is, that people should be encouraged to stay within the speed limits. Along with this, if the traffic police becomes vigilant and strict and installs speed sensing devices and cameras, a lot of lives could be saved. I seek support from your esteemed newspaper for this cause.
Thank you.
Yours faithfully
Ajeet

Question. You are Somya/Shekhar of 3B, Sector II, Rajendra Nagar, New Delhi. You have observed that the subways in New Delhi are seldom used by the pedestriAnswer : You have decided to write a letter to the editor of ‘The India Daily Times’ highlighting the need of creating awareness about the importance of such ways and their proper maintenance. Based on the points given below write the letter in about 100 words. 
Answer : 
3B, Sector II
Rajendra Nagar
New Delhi
June 5, 20××
The Editor
The India Daily Times
New Delhi
Subject : Importance of Subways
Sir,
Through the columns of your esteemed daily, I’d like to express my concern over the use of subways in New Delhi. Actually, these infrastructures are meant to ease the traffic problem for pedestriAnswer : But instead of using subways, they are in the habit of jumping railings as a shortcut to reach the other side of the road. It may or may not be their fault. They might be unaware or compelled to do so. Many footpaths are occupied by vendors or there is stagnant water and accumulation of filth near or around these footpaths. In spite of bearing these causes of apathy, pedestrians don’t feel the importance of these subways, constructed for their convenience and incurring a great amount of government expenditure.
For the safety of these pedestrians, the government should spread awareness about the importance of these subways. They should be properly maintained. The faulty should be penalized.
Thank you.
Yours sincerely
Somya

Question. You are Rohan/Ragini. During a visit to Mumbai you happened to visit the sets of a television reality show featuring children. The long shooting hours made you wonder whether the children were losing their precious childhood years, which should have been spent enjoying a carefree life.
Write a letter to the editor of a leading national daily expressing your concern in about 100 words. Take ideas from the hints given below : 
Answer :
12, Sea Road,
Mumbai
March 20, 20××

The Editor
The Hindu
Mumbai
Subject : Reality Shows—Loss of Precious Childhood
Sir,
Through the columns of your esteemed daily, I want to express my deep concern regarding the children participating in the so-called ‘Reality Shows’. Even if you have to exploit young children for making money, it seems that it does not matter, as recently there has been a mushrooming of ‘Reality Shows’ featuring children of tender years.
The lure for money tempts the parents to send their children to such shows. The parents should be counselled that their overriding ambition is burdening their children with responsibilities and pressure. Along with neglect of studies, they lose their innocence. The poor children have to undergo a lot of inconvenience and suffering during such shows. The long shooting hours and the dazzle of lights overstrain them.
I strongly feel that the participation of children in such shows should be completely banned. Children should be allowed to lead their normal lives and enjoy their childhood. Kindly publish this letter of mine in your newspaper so that people may become aware of it.
Thanking you
Yours faithfully
Rohan 

 

 

1.) You are Tarun/Teena of 40 B,Lodi Road, Mumbai. You feel concerned about the dangers of excessive use of mobile phone by teenagers. Write a letter to the Editor of a national daily expressing your concern and suggesting some ways to mitigate the harmful consequences of overuse of mobile phones.

 

2.) You are Shilpa/ Sajin of 26,Majectic Road, Bangalore. Write a letter to the Editor of Deccan Chronicle about the poor maintenance of the public park in your locality. Suggest ways to improve the condition of the park.