SECTION B

CREATIVE WRITING SKlLLS (18 MARKS)

SHORT WRITING SKILLS

1. NOTICE

A notice is a written form of communication to convey a message to

masses together at the same time. It should be simple, precise, clear and
comprehensive.
Where is it used: School, organisations, residential complexes, clubs,
! and public instructions.

MARKS ALLOTTED:5

Distribution of Marks Date Writer's Name with

Format: Name of the Institution, Notice, Title, Designation (1 Mark)
Content: Main body- Answer - What, When, Where, How, For Whom and
Whom to contact. 2 marks (2 Marks)
Organisation: Accuracy of spelling and grammar 2 marks (1 Mark)
Points to Remember
• Begin with writing the name of the issuing authority / institution /
organisation, school or society in the centre.
• Write the word 'NOTICE'(centrally aligned).
• Then write date in words( 5 March 2023/March 5 2023) on the left
hand side.
• Body of the Notice- Mention Purpose of Notice, Date, Time, Venue,
duration of programme or any other required information.
• Mention the name and designation of the person issuing the notice on
the left hand side
• Notice should always be written in a box.

• Word limit 50 words

FORMAT OF NOTICE

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 Example: You are Sahil / Srishti, Head boy/girl of SKV Laxmi Vihar.
Delhi. A new auditorium has been constructed in your school which is going
to be inaugurated by Deputy CM. Draft a notice for your school notice board
inviting students and their parents to the inauguration ceremony.
SKV LAKSHMI NAGAR, Delhi NOTICE

7 January 2023

Inauguration Ceremony

All the students are hereby informed that the new school auditorium is
going to be inaugurated on 15 January 2023 at 10 am by Horfble Deputy
CM of Delhi. All the students alongwith their parents are invited to attend
the programme
All guests are requested to occupy their seats by 9.30 am.
Sahil/ Srishti
Head Boy /Headgirl
Questions for Practice

(a) You are Priyanshu / Priyanka. the President of Welfare society of your
community. You wish to organize a Cleanliness Drive in your society.
Draft a notice inventing details in not more than 50 words.
(b) Delhi Government has launched a programme for all residents where in a
yoga teacher is being sent to societies where at least 25 people want to
learn yoga .In the capacity of the President of RWA Mayur Vihar. Delhi.
Write a notice in about 50 words informing all the residents about the
scheme and motivating them to register their names soon so that the
classes may begin soon.
(c) DDA Sports Complex will remain shut for normal activities till June 15,
2023 because of Ranji Trophy matches that are going to be held in the
ground of the Complex . Draft a notice informing its members about the
closure. You are Keshav/ Kashvi, Manager of the Sports Complex.
(d) Your school is successfully running the Business Blaster Programme and
is organizing an exhibition of the products prepared by the students. The
SMC members are going to be the guests of honour. Write a notice on
behalf of XII class students inviting the school students to enjoy the
exhibition. You are Anshika/ Akshay monitor of Class XII A.
(e) Two students of your school. R.P.V.V. Surajmal Vihar. Delhi, have | the
School Alumini Meet. As Secretary of the Alumni association of your
school, write a notice in not more than 50 words, informing and inviting
the students to participate in an interactive session with them.
You are Rudraksh/ Rashika.
INVITATIONS AND REPLIES

? occasion, celebration, programme or

event.
MARKS ALLOTTED:4 Format: (1 Mark)

Contact. (2 Marks)
Accuracy of spelling and grammar (2 Marks)
 Types of invitation: (a) Formal (b) Informal

FORMAL INVITATION

• To be written in third person.

• Details like address, code or any other instructions are written at the
bottom to the left or the right side as per choice. Subject matter is
generally written in the centre.
• No abbreviations are to be used.

• Simple Present Tense is used. Word limit 50.

• Each entry to be mentioned in a separate line e.g.,

(a) The name of the pcrson(s)who is/arc inviting
(b) Formal expressions like 'request the pleasure of your
company'
(c) Time and date of event

(d) Purpose and occasion of invitation. Full form of RSVP is

Repondez s'il vous plait
• For RSVP, address and telephone no. is given at which the invitee
may contact for any queries.
• Name of the Chief Guest of the programme may be given
FORMAL INVITATION

1. LETTER FORMAT
Written to an individual
Format:
ABC Vasant kunj Delhi 1100XX ] Sender's address
[DD/MM/YYYY] ] Date
Sule:

Sir/Madam ] Salutation
Body in 3 para graphs ]
2. PRINTED [CARD]
• Written to group of individuals,
• Inside a box.
ABC VIDYALAYA requests your presence Name of institution
on the occassion of ANNUAL SPORTS DAY
ON 15 May 2023 at Triupati stadium
details
!
extra
Mr. Anish gupta, CEO has given his information
consent to be the guest of Honour
RSVP
Hemant Ahuja
Secretary
 ABC Vidyalaya
contact
* !details
Example of invitation card : You are a student of Sardar Patel Vidyalaya.
Lodhi Road. The School is holding its Annual Food Fest at 11 a.m. on 10 July.
2023. The Chief Minister has consented lo be the Chief Guest. Design an
invitation card to be sent to the parents and other invitees. (Word Limit 50).

Sardar Patel Vidyalaya, Lodhi Road, Delhi

request the pleasure of your company for
ANNUAL FOOD FEST
on Sunday, 10 July 2023
at 11.00 a.m.
in the School Auditorium
Honourable Chief Minister has very kindly consented to be
the Chief Guest.
RSVP. Programme
PA to Principal Refreshment
011-27xxxxxx No entry fee
Example: You are Madan Sharma. Write a formal invitation for the
marriage function of your granddaughter. Sonali (daughter of Mrs Savita and
Mr Rahul
Sharma) to Sridhar(son of Mrs and Kapil Sharma). The marriage is on 20
January 2023 at 7.30 pm at Red Carpet. Party Law Preel Vihar.New Delhi.
 Mrs. and Mr. Madan Sharma

Solicit your gracious presence on the auspicious occasion of the marriage of

their grand daughter

SONALI

(Daughter of Mrs. Savita and Mr. Rahul Sharma)

With

SHRIDHAR

(Son of Mrs. Suman and Kapil Sharma) on 20 January 2023 at 7.30 p.m.
at
Red Carpet, Party Lawn, Preet Vihar, Delhi-110031

R.S.V.P. With best compliments

Madan Sharma Sharma Family
B-36, Rajdhani Enclave, Vikas
Marg, Delhi
* &! 888888
Questions for Practice:
(a) You are a member of Laughter Challenge Association. Draft a formal
invitation to invite all the members for the upcoming standup comedy
event on 15th December 2023.
(b) You are organising an Exhibition of Painting 'Nayika Series' on 30th
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invitation card to invite for the purpose .
(c) Your brother has got engaged informally. Your family wants to host an
Engagement Party. Draft an invitation card to invite all your friends and
relatives to join your family on this ceremonious occasion. You are
Vasudha/Varun.
Formal invitation to preside over/inaugurate /judge events.

Example : You are Neha / Nakul, the Literary Secretary of Government

Model School. You have to organise an Inter School Debate Competition on
21 January 2024 You wish to invite Mr. Shailesh Gupta, an eminent speaker
to preside over the function.
Govt. Model Sr. Sec School. Sector-19 Chandigarh 16 January 2024
Sub : Invitation to preside over Inter School Debate Competition.
The Literary Society of our school is organising an English Debate
Competition on the topic ‘Media causes more harm than good, on 21 January
2024 at 9:30 a.m. in the school auditorium. Kindly consent to preside over in
the above said programme.
Yours sincerely
Neha

Questions for Practice

(a) You are organizing a Spoken English Workshop in your school. Draft an
invitation to invite a renowned Resource Person from the British Council
for the same.
(b) Deshbhakti Curriculum has been introduced in your school. You want to
organize a talk by an eminent Speaker. Draft an invitation to invite the
guest to visit your school and be the speaker of the day.
(c) The Eco Club of your school is planning a Cleanliness Drive So you are
organizing a rally to arouse awareness for cleanliness in your
neighbouring localities. Draft a formal invitation to be sent to SMC
members to flag off the rally, giving details of the event.
(d) Your school is going to celebrate World Health Day on April 8, 2024. Your
school wants to invite the famous nutritionist Diwekar Rujuta for a talk
on healthy eating habits. Draft an invitation card to invite her to be the
Speaker.
 FORMAL REPLIES
ACCEPTANCE/REFUSAL

MARKS ALLOTTED:5

Format: (1 Mark)

contact. (2 Marks)

Accuracy of Grammar and Spelling (2 Marks)

Points to Remember

• Acknowledge the invitation

•
• Express thanks in third person

• Not to be signed at the end

•
• If declining, give reason and convey your best wishes

• Give date and address at top left-hand side

• Use simple language

• Word limit 50 words

Formal Acceptance
Example: You are Mr. Ajay Gupta of 7 Park Avenue, Delhi. Draft a reply
accepting an invitation to attend a house warming party hosted by your
colleague.
7 Park Avenue, Delhi

9 January 2023
Mrs. and Mr. Ajay Gupta thank Mrs. and Mr. Satish Sharma for their kind
invitation on the house warming party on 20 January. 2023 at 11.00 a.m.,
which they are delighted to accept. It's their great pleasure to attend the
ceremony.
Question for Practice

(a) You are Vinay of Panipat. Your colleague has invited you to the
engagement party of his brother. Prepare a formal reply expressing your
thanks for the invitation and express your acceptance for the programme.
(b) You are Mohini Sehgal of 43 Shakti Kunj. Udaipur. Your neighbour has
invited you to a House Warming Party of their new house. Draft a formal
reply of acceptance to the function.
(c) You are Srishti, a lecturer of English. Your student has invited you to a
party planned on the occasion of being awarded the Student of the Year
trophy. Draft a formal reply of acceptance of the invitation.
(d) You are Akhil of Ashoka University. An eminent school invited guests
from University to attend a talk show. Draft a reply expressing thanks for
inviting and showing your acceptance of the invitation.

FORMAL REPLIES:

ACCEPTANCE/REFUSAL

MARKS ALLOTTED : 5
Format: (1 Mark)
Content: Main body- What, When Where, How, for Whom and Whom to
contact (2 Marks)
Expression: }2 marks
Points to Remember
• Acknowledge the invitation
•

• Express thanks in third person

• Not to be signed at the end
•
• If declining, give reason and convey your best wishes
 Give date and address at top left-hand side
• Use simple language
• Word limit 50 words
Formal Acceptance
Example: You are Mr. Ajay Gupta of 7 Park Avenue, Delhi. Draft a reply
accepting an invitation to attend a house warming party hosted by your
colleague.
7 Park Avenue, Delhi
9 January 2023
Mrs. and Mr. Ajay Gupta thank Mrs. and Mr. Satish Sharma for their kind
invitation on the house warming party on 20 January, 2023 at 11.00 a.m.,
which they are delighted to accept. It's their great pleasure to attend the
ceremony.
Questions for Practice
(a) You are Vinay of Panipat. Your colleague has invited you to the
engagement party of his brother. Prepare a formal reply expressing your
thanks for the invitation and express your acceptance for the programme.
(b) You are Mohini Sehgal of 43 Shakti Kunj, Udaipur. Your neighbour has
invited you to a House Warming Party of their new house. Draft a formal
reply of acceptance to the function.
(c) You are Srishti, a lecturer of English. Your student has invited you to a
party planned on the occasion of being awarded the Student of the Year
trophy. Draft a formal reply of acceptance of the invitation.
(d) You are Akhil of Ashoka University. An eminent school invited guests
from University to attend a talk show. Draft a reply expressing thanks for
inviting and showing your acceptance of the invitation.
Formal Refusal
Example :
of refusal expressing inability to attend a house warming party hosted by your
colleague.

20 January 2023
 7 Park Avenue, Delhi
Mrs. and Mr. Ajay Gupta thank Mrs, and Mr. Satish Sharma for their kind
invitation for house warming party on 30 January, 2021 at 11 am, but regret
their inability to accept the same due to urgent and unavoidable assignment.
Question for Practice
(a) You are Vishesh Panchal of Haryana. Prepare a formal reply expressing
inability to attend the retirement party of a colleague owing to a prior
engagement.
(b) You are Mynna Sehgal of 43 Vikas Kunj, Jaipur. Draft a formal reply of
acceptance to an engagement function.

FORMAL ACCEPTANCE (To Preside/ Inaugurate / Judge Events

etc.)

Example: You are Shailesh, a famous speaker. You have been invited to
be the judge of Declamation competition by Neha the President of English
Literary club of ABC School Delhi. Write a letter of acceptance of the
invitation. 73. Sector-11-A Chandigarh
18 January 2021
Dear Neha
Many thanks for inviting me as a judge of Declamation Competition to be
held on 27 January 2021- 9.30 p.m. I shall be highly delighted to attend the
function and enjoy listening to the views of students.
Yours truly
Shailesh
Questions for Practice
(a) You are Education Minister, Vinod Kumar of Delhi. You have been
invited for the inauguration of a school. Draft a suitable reply of
acceptance to attend the function.
(b) You are a renowned environmentalist Vanya Aggarwal of Shreshtha
Vihar, Delhi. You have been invited to inaugurate the Van Mahotsav
function. Draft a suitable reply of acceptance.
FORMAL REFUSAL (To Preside/Inaugurate/Judge Events, etc.)

Example: You are Shailesh, a famous speaker. You have been invited to be
the judge of Declamation competition by Neha, the President of English
Literary club of ABC School Delhi. Write a letter showing inability to accept
the invitation
73. Sector-11-A Chandigarh
18, January 2021
Dear Neha
Many thanks for inviting me to preside over the Inter Zonal Declamation
Competition to be held on January 2024 at 9.30 p.m. but I am sorry to say that
I shall not be able to attend the same due to a prior appointment with my doctor.
With warm regards
Yours sincerely
Shailesh
Questions for Practice
(a) You are a well-known scientist you have been invited to deliver a lecture
on Nuclear Energy in the Science Centre. Write a reply refusing the
invitation because you would be out of town.
(b) You are a noted stage artist and have been invited to perform at a stage
show in a cultural event in Noida. Write a reply refusing the invitation
because of a prior engagement.

INFORMAL INVITATION

Informal invitation follows the ordinary personal letters pattern. These

letters or, invitations are written to relatives, friends and known persons.
Points to Remember

• Use first person 'I', 'We' and 'You' and avoid using 'he', 'she' and They'
• Do not write subject and receiver's address.

• Write in warm and personalised style with relaxed and informal tone.

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 • Avoid writing unnecessary details.

• Begin with 'Dear' ---------(Name)

• Word limit 50
Example : You are Anuj / Anuja Goel of 23, Yojna Vihar, Delhi Write an
invitation to invite all your friends for the party you are giving to celebrate
your selection in B-Tech in DTU.
23, Yojna Vihar. Delhi
10 January 2021 My dear Rahul,
I have much pleasure in inviting you to post selection party after my
admission in DTU. Reach my residence at 7.30 p.m. on 16 January 2021 to
join my family and friends in my moment of joy.
Yours truly
Anuj
2. Informal invitation to friends and relatives
Sample- Informal Invitation
Q) It is your brother's engagement on the 23 August 2023. Invite your
friend, Sahil of 23, Taj Nagar. Jaipur to your brother's engagement which will
take place at Grand Celebrations. New Delhi.
52 Vishwas Nagar

New Delhi

17 June 2023
Dear Sahil
My brother, Anuj is getting married to Ms Shalini. We are celebrating their
engagement party on 23 August 2023T Grand Celebrations, New Delhi from
8:00 pm.
 It would be an honour if you could join us in celebrating their marriage.
I have enclosed one ticket from Jaipur to New Delhi as my gift.
Questions for Practice
(a) You have recently bought a new house, 23 Raj Vihar, Ahmedabad.

You are hosting a housewarming party on 24th June 2023 at 12 noon.

Draft an invitation inviting your brother, Manish to the party.
(b) You are Salim/ Sulekha of 15 Kashi Nagar, Bhopal. You are celebrating
your son's first birthday party at Mannat Farms: Draft an invitation for
inviting your aunt, Sangeeta to the celebrations.
(c) You are Akshay/Akshita of Harvard's Academy. You have been awarded
a scholarship to visit NASA for a Students’ Workshop. You want to share
your joy with your friends and family. Write an invitation to invite all your
friends and close relatives.
(d) You are Varshu, resident of Kota. Your brother has turned 18 recently. He
has casted his vote for the first time. You want to congratulate him for the
same in the form of a small party. Write an invitation for his friends to
attend the party.

INFORMAL ACCEPTANCE

Example : You are Rahul and have been invited to the selection party of
your friend Anuj. Write a reply accepting the invitation you got.
7-C, Vojna Vihar, Delhi
7 November 2022
Dear Anuj
Many thanks for inviting me to attend your post selection party which will
be held on 9 January 202 at your home. I shall be highly delighted to attend
the same and will enjoy the party with great fun.
 Yours truly
Rahul Gupta
Questions for Practice
1. You are Akash/ Ashini. You have been invited to attend the inauguration
ceremony of a Cafe opened by your friend's sister. Respond to the
invitation accepting it.
2. You are Hamel/Heena of 23, Raj Nagar Delhi. Your friend Neeraja has
invited you for a party to celebrate her brother’s good board result
 and admission to a prestigious college. Draft a reply accepting the
invitation.
3. You are Priyanshu/Preeti of C-2, Jagriti Apartment. Rohini Delhi. You have
received an invitation to attend the naming ceremony of your cousin's
daughter. Write a reply accepting the invitation.

INFORMAL REFUSAL

Example: You are Rahul and you have been invited to the selection party
of your friend Anuj. Write a reply regretting your inability to attend the same.

7-C, Yojna Vihar, Delhi

10 May, 2021

Dear Anuj
Many thanks for inviting me to attend your post selection party, but I am
sorry to say that I shall not be able to attend the same as 1 shall be out of station
next week. I shall miss this joyous occasion. I wish you all the best for the
future.

God Bless You

Yours truly
Rahul Gupta
Questions for Practice

1. You are Akash/ Ashini. You have been invited to attend the inauguration
ceremony of a Cafe opened by your friend's sister. Respond to the
invitation regretting your inability to attend the same due to a prior
engagement.

2. You are Hamel/Heena of 23. Raj Nagar Delhi. Your friend Neeraja
has invited you for a party to celebrate her brother's good board result
and admission to a prestigious college. You are unable to attend the
function. Write a reply in about 50 words.
 LETTERS

A letter is a form of written communication. They are of two types. Formal

and Informal.
Formal letters include

• Letter to the Editor (giving suggestions or opinion on issue of public

interest).
• Application for Job.
Format : Sender's Address, Date, Receiver's Designation and Address.
Subject, Salutation. Complimentary Close, Sender's name 1 mark
Content: Body of the letter, number of paragraphs - 2 marks
Organisation:
Accuracy of Grammar and Spelling (1 marks)
Note: No Marks awarded if only format is written.
Points to Remember

• Start each new line from left hand margin. Sequence of writing a letter
(a) Sender's address(left aligned)
(b) Datc(left aligned)
(c) Receiver's address(left aligned)
(d) Salutation : Sir/ Madam(left aligned)
(e) Subject content of the letter(left aligned)

(f) Body-
• Para 1 - Introduce yourself and the issue. Explain the purpose of
writing the letter.
• Para 2 - Explain the problem giving reasons and solutions(it may be
further divided into two paragraphs)Give an in-depth idea of the issue
and give details.
 • Complimentary close

• Coherence and organisation of ideas

• Think and analyse the subject/ topic

• Recall all the ideas and put them on a rough sheet while brainstorming

• Organise the ideas

These letters give suggestions / create awareness on an issue of public
interest or an issue already raised in an article / write up.
Points to Remember
• Draw the attention of the concerned authorities, general public
towards the problem.

• Request the concerned authorities to take action NOT to the editor. It

is not a direct request.

• While dealing with social/civic problems provide suggestions to curb

or control it in the end.
• Raise the issue by citing some latest news / items/ Survey report/
personal experience etc.
• Analyse the issue in terms of its causes and consequences. Conclusion
to be positive, straight forward with pleasant tone and use of polite
 Example: You are Rekha / Rakesh, a student of DPS Indrapuram Class
XII. After the pandemic, mental health of students is declining and they are
required to cope up with a lot of stress in today's competitive environment.
Write a letter to the editor to highlight the increasing stress faced by students
and suggesting ways and means to combat it.
Delhi Public School
Indrapuram
6 June 2022
The Editor
The Times of India
Bahadur Shah Zafar Marg
New Delhi-110002
 Sub.: Problem of declining mental health of Students
Sir/Ma'am
Through the columns of your esteemed newspaper, I would like to express
my views on the problem of increasing stress among the students due to highly
competitive environment and their declining mental health due to this.
Today's world is full of competition. Every now and then a child is
assessed activities. Everyone wants their child to be a doctor or an
engineer. The result is that children are unduly stressed and burdened. All
day long they are indulged in completing their homework and studies and
no time is left for games and
& pandemic, students have been facing major mental health issues.
It is high time we should ponder upon this problem. Students should
& * pressurize their children for performing excellently in studies. Meditation
can be practiced for keeping stress at bay.

that adults can empathize with the pain and stress , their children are going
through.
Yours sincerely
Rekha/Rakesh
Questions for Practice

a) Ganga, people continue to pollute it. Write a letter to the editor of a

national daily paper towards environmental degradation. Also
suggest ways to mobilise city dwellers for the cause of Ganga purity
with the help of school children.
b) the menstruation stigmas continue to be a huge part of the society
Write a letter to the Editor of a newspaper generating awareness about
this natural phenomenon that has been stigmatized since generations.
(c) You are Shreyans/ Shreya of Vivek Vihar. Yesterday a monkey bit an old
lady in your locality. Write a letter to editor of local daily showing your
 concern over the increasing Monkey Menace in your locality, how
children and senior citizens are traumatized by monkeys. You
action.
(d) You are Dimpy/ Dinesh living at RKPuram. You are amazed to see the
bulk of waste lying scattered on the roads, despite various advertisements
regarding cleanliness. Write a letter to the Editor of the national daily
arousing public awareness regarding Cleanliness.

APPLICATION FOR JOB

Points to Remember

• Job application has two parts-

(a) Covering letter

(b) Resume/Biodata
• Start body of the letter giving source of information about the job
(newspaper) day, date, advertisement number etc.
• Share your interest and competence level.

• Close the letter giving note that bio-data/ resume is enclosed.

• Write 10-12 points in Curriculum Vitae.
• Resume Curriculum Vitae. an integral part of the job
!
1. Name
2. Father's Name
3. Date of Birth/Age

4. Address
 Example : You are Sudha/ Sudhir resident of A-7. Shanti Park. You read
the following advertisement in a newspaper.
SITUATION VACANT
8 knowledge of a foreign language is compulsory .to work as a
translator of books in a leading publishing house in Delhi. Contact Manager
along with your complete C.V. within 7 days of this advertisement.
Draft an application in response to the advertisement giving your
detailed resume.
A-7 Shanti Park
Delhi
16 September, 2022
The Manager
ARN Publications Delhi
 Subject: Application for the Post of Translator
Sir
In response to your advertisement in the Hindustan times dated 15
September 2022 for the post of translator. I hereby offer my candidature for
the same. 1 possess requisite qualifications and experience. 1 want to join your
publishing house to fully utilize my potential.
You may call me for an interview on any date as per your convenience. I
shall be able to join my duties at one month's notice if appointed. I am
enclosing my detailed resume for your perusal.
Thank You
Sudha Sudhir
Enclosure : Detailed Resume
Resume/ Bio Data
Name: Sudha / Sudhir Father's
Name: Mr. Subhas Age : 25 Years
Address :A-7, Shanti Park. Delhi
Hobbies: Music. Net Surfing, Photography, Sports
Languages Known: Hindi. English, French
Nationality: Indian
Educational Qualifications :
S. no. Course/Degree Board/University Marks Obtained Total Marks
1 X CBSE 405 500
2 XII CBSE 390 500
3 BCom(H) DELHI 385 500
UNIVERSITY
4 MCom DELHI 350 600
UNIVERSITY
Professional Qualification : Diploma in Computers from Aptech with first division.
Diploma in French
 Experience : Worked as receptionist with ABC group of companies for 2
years.
 Expected Salary : As per the norms References
:
1. Mr. K. Aggarwal
Aggarwal Publications Delhi phone no – 98xxxxxxxx
2. Mr. Ashok Kumar
Principal
AB Public School. Phone no 97xxxxxxxx
Delhi Questions for Practice
(a) You are Kashvi Krishan from 9, Mayur Vihar. Delhi. You have come
across an advertisement in a national daily for recruitment of Radio
Jockey by Radio One. Noida. Apply in response to this advertisement
giving your detailed bio-data.
(b) You are Ritu / Ritva of 131, Jagriti Vihar, Gurgaon. You recently read
about a post of a research scientist being advertised by Charak Research
Ltd. Noida. You wish to apply for it. Apply with full details to the
Manager of the Research Centre.

ARTICLE

opinion expressed by the writer. It is the most advanced form of writing which
presents information on a variety of themes.
Distribution of Marks : 5 Marks
Format: Heading and Writer's Name (I mark)
Organisation: Coherence and relevance of ideas and style (2 marks)
Accuracy of Spelling and Grammar (2 marks)
Word Limit: 120-150 Words.
Points to Remember
1. Give an appropriate Title - Write the Heading/Title at the top (Centrally
aligned)
(a) First letter of every word is supposed to be capital e.g. Pollution A
Menace
(b) The title must be eye catching
(c) Should give a crisp idea of the theme
2. Mention the writer's name
3. In case of newspaper article give date & place
4. Divide the article into three parts i.e. split your subject matter into 3-4
paragraphs
the status of the issue. State facts or quotation around in the middle
Part-2-Analyse the topic in terms of types/ kinds
Implications - social / environmental/psychological / health related.
Part 3- Conclusion- suggestions / remedial measures/reminders / compare
and contrast
5. Organise the ideas in a logical order, with systematic presentation
6. Predictions and personal observations may be included
7. Pay attention to grammatical accuracy and good use of vocabulary
8. Use sentence linkers to ensure continuity - e.g. Consequently/

9. Word limit 120 to 150 words.

10. Create rough work- First, jot down all the ideas. Second, make sequence
and third, join all the ideas with linkers and cohesive words.
11. For good article writing, it is important to read/ speak, listen to radio
shows, panel discussions, explore latest data, newspaper and do
consistent sharing of day-to-day experiences.
Example: Digital India is an initiative by government of India, intending
to create India technologically literate and connected. Write an article in about
120-150 words for a magazine, providing information about the initiative.
You are Neha.
 DIGITAL INDIA
!
In order to transform the entire ecosystem of public services through the
use of information technology, the Government of India has launched the
Digital India programme with the vision to transform India into a digitally
empowered society and knowledge economy.
Digital India was launched by the Prime Minister of India Narcndra Modi
on 1 July 2015 with an objective of connecting rural areas with high-speed
Internet networks and improving digital literacy. The vision of Digital India
programme is inclusive growth in areas of electronic services, products,
manufacturing and job opportunities etc. and it is centred on three key areas -
Digital Infrastructure as a Utility to Every Citizen, Governance & Services on
Demand and Digital Empowerment of Citizens.
The Digital India programme has witnessed a consistent upward growth
& achievements cover a wide plethora of sectors and include development of
broadband highways, universal access to mobile connectivity, public internet
access programmes, e-governance to name a few. Many major schemes anc
projects such as Aadhaar, Smart Cities Mission, BHIM UPI, RuPay, GSTIn,
GcM (Government e-Marketplace), DigiLocker come under the aegis of the
Digital India programme.
EXAMPLE: DEGENERATION OF MORAL ETHICS IN TODAY'S
SOCIETY
By: Shilpa
What a piece of work is Man!
How noble in reason!
How infinite in faculties!
Inform and moving, how expressive and admirable!
In action, how like an angel! In
apprehension, how like a God
The beauty of the world!
The paragon of animals.
 Shakespeare's evocation of the infinite faculties of man, represents full
faith of his age in man's ability to scale the height of thought, love and beauty.
It is an obvious fact that the essence of all human relationship is basically
founded upon the presence or absence of values.
It is unfortunate that in today's world there is a gradual erosion of the
values among people. It is depressing to see the newspaper early in the
morning to witness various murders and rape cases. People are just fulfilling
their desires and needs on the cost of others. They forget their values and duties
towards society and country. If one sees an accident, they don't even want to
touch the
injured person. Modern generation children learn to smoke, believing that it is
just another habit like dancing or singing. They learn to drink, convincing
themselves that it is good for their health. They learn to cheat, thinking that
they can bring about great performance at the end. They believe that there is
nothing wrong pushing old parents to old age homes.
The need of the hour is to inculcate moral values among our students. Our
elderly people who live a life of simplicity and contentment with a generous,
kind and compassionate mind, can inculcate good values by regularly taking
them to place of meditation where these children can learn to remain focussed
and goal oriented. Spending quality time with growing children and constant
adult supervision can do wonders in changing the mindset of children.
So it is in the hands of individual to focus upon a real change in order to
live better, to lead a happy, peaceful and contended life just like our ancestors
did and we can make the world a better place to live, in so that posterity can
echo Shakespeare's words.
How any godly creatures are there?
How beauteous mankind is!
0! brave new world
That hath such people in it.
Example: You believe that all living beings have equal right to live on this
Earth freely; and man has no right to enslave the animals. You feel strongly
when you see people being cruel to animals. Write an article on 'Cruelty to
Animals' in about 120-150 words. You are Rajesh / Rajeshwari.
Value Points

• Introduction

• Why man tames / pets animals

• ? 8

• Birds and animals - put in cages and chained

• "

• How to be kind to animals

• Example:
 Menstruation is a natural phenomenon which has been stigmatized by the
society since generations. Write an article in 150- 200 words on Menstruation
Stigmas. You are Vandit/Vidushi of Sarvodaya Vidyalaya.
Menstruation Stigmas
-Vandit/Vidushi
A menstrual taboo is any social taboo concerned with menstruation.
In some societies it involves menstruation being perceived as unclean or
embarrassing, inhibiting even the mention of menstruation whether in public
( in the media and advertising) or in private (among friends, in the household,
or with men).
Such taboos about menstruation present in many societies impact on girls'
and women's emotional state, mentality and lifestyle and most importantly,
health. Large numbers of girls in less economically developed countries drop
out of school when they begin menstruating.
While several taboos and stigmas surround menstruation. Ft wasn't always
considered a dirty and impure bodily function wielded as a weapon by society
to restrict women's mobility. Historically, menstruation was even considered
auspicious, so much so that menstrual blood was even served up as an offering
to Goddess.But that high status of women was soon replaced with barriers
placed in front of them preventing them to live free and fair lives.
Even today, the stigmas attached to menstruation haven't been abolished.
If we see at the ground level, still sanitary pads are sold in black polythene
bags, people feel ashamed while discussing menstruation and women are
unable to live a normal life while menstruating. This is the bitter truth about
the Indian society today. While change is taking place, we still have a long
way to go.
Example : You are Pankaj Palak. You have just visited a glass factory
which employs children. You have witnessed the awful condition of the
children there and their place of work. You also recount the child labourers
engaged in carpet and cracker industry, brick-kilns, road side restaurants and
in educated society want the practice of child labourers to continue to fulfill
their selfish motives. Write an article in about 120-150 words advocating a
total ban on child labour.
Suggested Value Points
Para I : Introduction: Children below the age of 14 engaged in various
types of work in homes, hotels, garages and factories.
Millions of children work as child labourers and are devoid of school
education.
Para II Causes : Poverty is one of the main causes, other causes are -
illiterate parents / paid less wages /educated people, upper & middle class
engage child labourers for their help.
Laws are not so strict etc.
Para III Effect: poor health, become victims of asthma, high blood
pressure, poor eyesight, even become blind.
Fall prey to bad habits of smoking and drugs.
Para IV : Suggestions:
Laws should be strictly enforced
Severe punishments by law to the employers
Joint efforts:- public awareness through media.

TOPICS FOR ARTICLE WRITING

Suggested Topics for Article Writing

1. Racism-What is racism?
-History/Background
-Differential Treatment
-Major incidents- George Floyd etc
2. Alcohol Ban
-Pros and Cons
 - Revenue generation
- Illegal ways of acquiring
- cost of lives
3. Gender Neutrality
4. Freedom of speech and expression
5. Impact of COVID 19 pandemic - Challenges and Learnings.
Questions for Practice
1. The National Education Policy has been launched by Government of India.
Taking clue from the given cue points, develop an article on National
Education Policy 2020.
• Universal Access from pre-primary school to Grade 12
Target to achieve 100% Cross Enrollment Ratio in school education by 2030
• Early Childhood Care and Education
Education for all children between 3-6 years by 2025
• Replacing 10+2 with 5+3+3+4
And new pedagogical system
• National Mission on Foundational Literacy and Numeracy
Focus on early language and mathematical skills from Grades 1-3 by
2025
• Multilingualism and the power of language
Medium of instruction till Class 5, preferably till 8, to be home
language/mother tongue
• Reforms in exams
Board exams to be broken into two, to test core capabilities
• New National Assessment Centre PARAKH
A standard-setting body for assessment of students pan-India
• Equitable and inclusive education
Emphasis on socially disadvantaged girls, socio-cultural identity
 • Teacher recruitment and career path
National Professional Standards for Teachers (NPST) to be developed by
2022 for teachers

• Standard-setting and Accreditation for School Education

State School Standards Authority to be set up in all States/UTs

• Vocational Education
By 2025, at least 50% of students to have exposure to vocational
education
2(A). You are a Ram/ Radhika. You are asked to write an article for your
below visual clues and your own ideas, write the article.

REPORT

Marks Allotted:5
Format : 1 mark
Content :2 marks
Organisation : 1 mark
Accuracy of Grammar and Spelling : 1 mark
A report is a written account of an incident heard, seen, done or
experienced and meant to be published. A good report must have a good
introduction, complete reporting and proper conclusion.
 Types of Report

˜ Newspaper Report

˜ School Magazine Report

Points to Remember
˜ Use simple past tense for magazine report and mixture of tenses for
newspaper report.
˜ Divide the report into three paras

(a) Para I : Introduction Mention the incident reported , its date, time,
place
(b) Para II : Body- Detail of the incident, causes, consequences.
effects, guests, steps, activities, people involved, relevant details.
b. Para III : Conclusion - reactions / statements of people / promises by
authorities steps taken.
10. Report should be written in third person
Format of Report
School Magazine Report
• Heading

• Name of the writer

Newspaper Report
Headline
• Name of the reporter(by line)

• Date and Place

SCHOOL MAGAZINE REPORT

 Example : You are Shweta / Sahil. Head Boy/Girl of Rukmi Public School,
Janak Puri. Delhi. Your school celebrated World Autism Day in your school to
create awareness regarding needs and necessities of autistic children. Write a
report on this programme in about 120-150 words.
World Autism Day
By : Shweta / Sahil
World Autism Day was celebrated by Rukmi Public School. Janak Puri,
Delhi on 2 April 2023 from 10 AM to 2 PM in the School Auditorium. The
school was well decorated with posters of various facts related to Autism.
Mrs. Deepa Department of Psychology of Delhi University was the Chief
Guest. Around 200 students attended the programme. The programme began
by lighting of the ceremonial lamp by the Chief Guest. After that a skit was
presented by the students of Class XI showing the importance of knowledge
of Autism and to upkeep the needs of autistic students. The Chief Guest gave
a very motivating and thought provoking speech about the inclusion of autistic
students with the mainstream students. She also highlighted the role of Youth
in accomplishing this task. The Principal presented Vote of Thanks, after
which light refreshment was served.
It was a very interesting programme and aroused lots of questions in the
minds of all participants, which were very well satisfied by the Speaker. It
gave a lot of food for thought to the minds of students.
Questions for Practice
1. You are Neha / Narayan, a consultant in Jai School of Management. You
organised a seminar on Right to Education Act for Teachers and students
in which educationists were invited to talk on the topic, its' problems and
implications. Write a report in about 120-150 words for the school
magazine.
2. You are Geet / Geeta, head of Health Club of GTB School. Shalimar Bagh.
Your club organised a talk to make students aware of alarming use of
chemicals in vegetables and fruits. Experts from medical field and
 consumer forum were invited to answer the queries of the audience. Write
a report in about 120-150 words for your school magazine.
3. A Special awareness campaign was organized for all parents of the school
to make them aware of Parent Samvaad Dashboard and to help them to be
connected with the school as well as the Directorate. All SMC members
were also invited to participate in the show.
NEWSPAPER REPORT

Reckless honking in Mumbai to earn 2-hour lecture and test

MUMBAI: Motorists caught honking for no reason, will have to spend
So, those caught will have to clear the test that will help them know the
rules," city police commissioner Sanjay Pandey said during his Sunday
Facebook Live session. Those caught honking for no reason will have to

He also warned ambulance drivers about why sirens blare at night and in
 Example : You are Sakshi Chand & Abhay reporters with 'The Times of India'. You
witnessed a fire accident in Mundka in Delhi. Write a report to be published in the newspaper.
Invent necessary details
27 Killed in West Delhi Fire
By : Sakshi Chand&Abhay
May 14 2022, New Delhi a massive fire engulfed a four storey commercial building in West
Delhi, Mundka on Friday killing at least 27 people and leaving dozens injured.
The fire broke out around 4.30 p.m. Fire brigade and police arrived at the venue within half
an hour. About a dozen firemen battled past midnight to bring the fire under control. The loss
incurred is estimated to be about five crore rupees.
The injured persons were rushed to a nearby hospital. Many people sustained minor burns.
The PMO has tweeted that Rs. 2 lakh would be given to the next of kin of all the victims who
died. The injured will receive Rs.
50000. The police is investigating the matter.

Questions for Practice

(a) You are Akshay / Akshita, a press reporter with Indian Express. Recently a few trains were
cancelled due to fog in winter. Passengers were stranded at the New Delhi Railway
Station. Write a report in about 120-150 words highlighting the problems faced by the
passengers.

Flood relief measures were carried out. As a newspaper reporter, write a report in about
120-150 words about the incident. You are Dimpy/ Danish, press reporters of The
Hindustan Times.
(c) Indian Badminton has created history by winning Thomas Cup for the
published in the sports section of The Times of India
Reports for Magazine:
EXAMPLE: Maulana Azad College Kolkotta celebrated its Annual Sports Day. Write a
report of the event

ANNUAL SPORTS CEREMONY OF MAULANA AZAD COLLEGE

By Suprity Acharyya
The annual sports ceremony is more like a festival at Maulana Azad College. Just like all
other years, the Annual Sports event was organised by the college authority. The date for the
event was scheduled from December 21st to 23rd December 2023.
The college sports organising body chose the Kolkata Maidan as a venue. At the opening
ceremony on the 21st of December, a splendid cultural function took place. After the cultural
function, all games and the names of respective participants were announced. Then the college
Principal delivered a short speech and this followed by a simple singing competition after the
speech. On the second
jump, 500 meters racing as well as a table tennis competition etc were on the long list of sports.
Five chief instructors were appointed for managing the whole ceremony. Apart from that
many volunteers from the college union were also there to
was scheduled for prize distribution and senior's farewell.
Names of the winners were announced and the honourable Mayor of Kolkata was invited
as a chief guest to distribute prizes to the awardees. Finally, within an emotional ceremony of
seniors' farewell, the annual sports event came to an end with big applause by the visitors as
well as participants.
Q- A mock drill of earthquake was conducted in your school, SBV West Vinod Nagar. Write
a report for school magazine giving the detailed report of the drill

Question: Write a report on the topic ‘Career Mela’ in 120-150 words for your school
magazine. The inputs are provided to facilitate you. You are Manjeet Singh/ Manjeet Kaur.
...students asked to submit charts pertaining to various career choices...

...under senior and junior categories...

....class XII and X students were informed well in advance...

...charts displayed in multipurpose hall...

..principal presided the career mcla....

...students were invited to have a round of exhibition...

...they were told to bring along note books and pen...
...two resource persons were invited... talks were held about career prospects available in
India and abroad after completing school... ...it was appreciated by all ...

Questions for Practice

1. World Dance Day was celebrated at your school in April 2023. Write a report giving details
of the celebrations.
2. Farewell Party was held at your school. You are Adit. student of Class XI. Write a report
for the school magazine.
3. A renowned Mountaineer Santosh Yadav visited your school and interacted with the
students. Write a report of the day.
4. Your school had some guests from Cambridge University. They observed classes and
interacted with students. Write a report of the day.