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Witnessed an accident on the road due to the manhole, or wanted to address the increasing attacks on elders who live alone? However, one can directly try to approach the authority by writing a letter to the editor formally in a format that can help in spreading awareness.
Letter to Editor for Class 10 and 12 Students is added to the CBSE syllabus to ensure public expression and effective communication. It can help students learn how to bring attention to the main issues and reach a large audience. The letter to the editor can address both the latest occurrence and first-hand experience.
This article will include a Letter to Editor Format, Topics, Samples for CBSE Classes 10 and 12, and tips for effective letter writing to the editor.
Students can download solutions for Letter to the Editor practice questions in PDF format from the link.
What is a Letter to the Editor for CBSE Class 10 and 12 Students?
There is a high probability that writing a letter directly to the concerned authority would reach them or that the highlighted issue would be addressed. To ensure it reaches not only the authority but the wider audience, a formal letter to the editor is written that can be published in a newspaper or magazine.
Source: The Hindu Editorial Section
The letter to the editor can also include feedback from the reader over a news column and is published under “Letter to the Editor,” as seen in the image above.
Letter to the Editor: Format
If the students are asked to write a letter to the editor, they must follow the required formal letter format to score good marks. Understand the format better with this example.
- Sender’s Address: This section includes the sender’s address and contact information. If the question includes any additional information, like an email or contact number, then include it too.
- Date: Add a one-line space and mention the date (given or current). The date can be written on May 29, 2024, or 29 May 2024 format.
- Receiver’s (Editor’s) Address: The editor’s address, usually the newspaper’s office address, is mentioned.
- Subject: The one line that conveys the purpose of the letter
- Salutation: Respected Sir/Ma’am
- Body: The section is divided into three paragraphs. The first paragraph includes the introduction of the sender and the purpose of the letter. The second paragraph includes the details of the concern, and the third paragraph concludes with the action the sender expects the editor to take, like publishing.
- Complimentary Closing and Sender’s Name: Includes the Sender’s name and designation
Letter to the Editor: Examples
Q1: The household water supply in your locality is muddy and not fit for drinking. Despite several complaint letters to the civic authorities, the problem is still unresolved. Write a letter to the editor of a local daily, in about 120 words, expressing your concern about the situation and suggesting measures to resolve the problem and drawing the attention of the concerned authorities. You are Somil / Soumya of 768, Silver Apartments, Ajitha Vihar, Karampeeth. [CBSE Class 10 Board Exam 2024]
768, Silver Apartments,
Ajitha Vihar, Karampeeth
13 February 20XX
The Editor
The Times of India
Kasturba Gandhi Marg
Karampeeth
Subject: Issues Regarding Household Water Supply
Sir,
I am an avid reader of your esteemed newspaper, and through its columns, I would like to draw the attention of the concerned authorities regarding the household water supply in our community, which is unfit for drinking.
The contaminated water not only makes it unfit for drinking but also raises concerns about its impact on hygiene and sanitation. Numerous waterborne diseases can be brought on by dangerous bacteria, viruses, and parasites that are present in contaminated water. Residents may thus be compelled to spend money on water purification systems or bottled water as alternatives. This places an additional financial burden on households.
There is an urgent need to take certain steps to alleviate this issue. I hope that this letter draws the attention of the concerned authorities.
Yours truly
Somil/Soumya
Q2:Write a letter to the editor of a local daily, in about 120 words, expressing your concern about the heavy school bags and suggesting measures to resolve the problem and drawing the attention of the concerned authorities. You are Anu / Aniket of 768, Silver Apartments, Ajitha Vihar, Karampeeth.
768, Silver Apartments,
Ajitha Vihar, Karampeeth
29 May, 20XX
The Editor
The Times of India
Kasturba Gandhi Marg
Karampeeth
Subject: Concern Regarding Heavy School Bag
Sir,
Through the columns of your esteemed newspaper, I would like to draw the kind attention of the concerned authorities to the problem of students carrying excessive weight in their school bags. This problem needs to be addressed since it can lead to extreme physical strain, causing back and neck pain for students.
As we can see throughout the years, the schools are introducing lots of books and materials as the syllabus advances. This results in an increase in the weight of the students' school bags. I continuously witness children carrying bags that are almost double their weight, and it might lead to serious injury in the future. Some students might commute via buses or other vehicles, but they still have to carry their bags to their homes from the stop.
There is an urgent need to take certain steps to alleviate this issue, like effective timetables or lockers in schools for extra books. I hope that this letter draws the attention of the concerned authorities.
Yours truly
Anu/Aniket
How to Write a Good Letter to the Editor?
Writing a letter to the editor isn’t difficult. Students can score full marks in the CBSE board exam by following these technique pointers.
- The concerned authority’s attention must be drawn towards the raised issue, not the editor.
- Keep the subject line precise and state the purpose clearly.
- Use facts, evidence, and statistics for a strong argument.
- Provide justifications, points, or issues related to the topic.
- Mention the expected actions or steps to be taken.
- Conclude with a hopeful and timely action on the above request.
- Keep the tone formal.
Practice Questions
List of all the topics for a Letter to the Editor in English practice.
FAQs
What is a letter to the editor?
A letter to the editor refers to a letter written to an editor to raise a concern or spread awareness to a wider audience. A formal Letter to the Editor is added to the CBSE Class 10 and 12 syllabus to help students with public expression and effective communication.
What are the good topics for a letter to the editor?
It is usually asked for five marks in the board exam. These are some of the good topics for the Letter to the Editor that are frequently asked in the CBSE board exams.
What is the format for a letter to the editor for CBSE board exams?
A simple formal format for a letter to the editor must be used for the board exams. Students must start with the sender’s address, date, receiver’s address, subject, and a salutation. The introductory paragraph must be the sender’s introduction and address to the problem. Paragraph 2 follows the problem in detail, and the last paragraph concludes the desired action and what the sender expects from the editor.
Why Can't We Write “Dear Sir” for Editors?
“Dear Sir” is part of the informal address usually used for friends and family. The letter to the editor must be written in a formal tone.
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