WRITING TOPIC ALL NOTES
1. Letter to the Editor
FORMAT:
[Sender’s Address]
[City – Pincode]
[Date]
The Editor
[Newspaper Name]
[City Name]
Subject: [Short, clear subject]
Sir/Madam,
[Paragraph 1: Introduce the issue and why you're writing.]
[Paragraph 2: Explain the problem in detail – causes, effects, examples.]
[Paragraph 3: Suggest solutions or appeal for action.]
Yours sincerely,
[Your Name]
[Designation – e.g., Student, Class 10]
EXAMPLE (CBSE 2020 – Cybercrime)
Q: Write a letter to the Editor of a national daily expressing concern about the rising cases of
cybercrime among school children.
Name
Delhi – 110075
56 Green Heights
17 June 2025
The Editor
The Times of India
New Delhi
Subject: Rising cases of cybercrime among school children
Sir/Madam,
Through the columns of your esteemed newspaper, I would like to express my concern about the rising
involvement of school children in cybercrime.
With increased access to digital devices and the internet, children are falling prey to cyberbullying, online
scams, and even unknowingly participating in unlawful activities. The lack of digital awareness is a major
factor.
Schools should organize workshops on cyber safety, and parents must monitor internet usage. Authorities
must also ensure strict enforcement of cyber laws.
I hope this issue will be highlighted to raise awareness and prompt necessary action.
Yours sincerely,
Name
Student,
Signature
2. Letter of Complaint (Business / Official)
FORMAT:
[Sender’s Address]
[City – Pincode]
[Date]
The Manager / Officer
[Company / Government Authority Name]
[City Name]
Subject: [Clearly state the complaint topic]
Sir/Madam,
[Paragraph 1: State the issue and purpose of the complaint.]
[Paragraph 2: Give details – what happened, when, where, impact.]
[Paragraph 3: Request specific action – refund, fix, clean-up, etc.]
Yours faithfully,
[Your Name]
[Optional: Order ID / Reference Number]
EXAMPLE (CBSE 2022 – Waterlogging Complaint)
Q: Write a letter to the Municipal Commissioner complaining about poor drainage and waterlogging
in your locality.
Name
Kochi – 682017
34 Lake View Apartments
17 June 2025
The Municipal Commissioner
Municipal Corporation
Kochi
Subject: Complaint about poor drainage and waterlogging in our locality
Sir/Madam,
I am writing to bring your attention to the poor drainage system in our locality. Even during light rains,
water gets accumulated due to choked drains.
As a result, our streets remain waterlogged for days. It is causing mosquito breeding and making it difficult
for residents, especially children and the elderly, to step outside safely.
Kindly take urgent action to clean and repair the drainage system before the monsoon intensifies.
Yours faithfully,
Name
Signature
3. Letter of Enquiry
FORMAT:
[Sender’s Address]
[City – Pincode]
[Date]
The Director / Manager
[Institute / Company Name]
[City Name]
Subject: Enquiry regarding [topic]
Sir/Madam,
[Paragraph 1: Introduce yourself and reason for enquiry.]
[Paragraph 2: Ask the questions clearly – in bullets or paragraph form.]
[Paragraph 3: Request reply and optionally provide your contact info.]
Yours sincerely,
[Your Name]
[Optional: Email ID / Phone number]
EXAMPLE (CBSE 2019 – Coaching Enquiry)
Q: Write a letter to the Director of a coaching institute to enquire about the courses offered for
NEET/JEE after Class 10.
12 Garden Road
Bangalore – 560001
17 June 2025
The Director
Aakash Institute
MG Road, Bangalore
Subject: Enquiry regarding NEET/JEE coaching after Class 10
Sir/Madam,
I am a Class 10 student interested in preparing for NEET and JEE exams. I would like to know about the
coaching programs your institute offers after Class 10.
Kindly send me the following details:
1. Duration of courses and batch starting dates
2. Fee structure and payment modes
3. Online/offline class options
4. Study materials and test series
5. Past results and faculty qualifications
I request you to respond at the earliest. You may contact me at xyz@[Link] or 9876543210.
Yours sincerely,
Name
Signature
4. Format of a Letter for Placing an Order
Sender’s Address
Date
Receiver’s Address
Subject: Placing an Order for (items)
Salutation: Dear Sir/Madam,
Para 1 → State who you are and why you’re writing the letter.
Para 2 → Mention that you would like to place an order and request delivery within a specific time.
Table →
S.N Item Name Quantity Specifications / Remarks
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Para 3 → Request proper packing, quality assurance, discount (if applicable), and timely delivery.
Closing: Yours faithfully/obediently,
Signature
Name
_______________________________________________________________________________________
Example Letter
Examination Hall,
XYZ School, New Delhi
28 September 2025
The Sales Manager,
Modern Stationers,
Karol Bagh, New Delhi
Subject: Placing an Order for Stationery Items
Dear Sir,
Our school is conducting the mid-term examinations next month. For this purpose, we need some stationery
items. I kindly request you to send the following items at the earliest.
The details of the order are given below:
[Link] Item Quantit Specifications
y
1 A4 Size Sheets 20 reams 80 GSM, White Paper
2 Blue Gel Pens 100 pcs Smooth, Refillable
3 Graph Notebooks 50 pcs 80 pages, Single Line
4 Exam Board Clips 50 pcs Standard Size
Kindly ensure that the items are of good quality and packed properly. Please send the bill along with the
goods. Payment will be made through cheque after delivery.
With regards,
(Signature)
Rohit Sharma
Head Boy