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    This document provides information about writing formal letters to the editor of newspapers or magazines. It discusses why one might write a letter to the editor, how to structure such a letter, and includes a sample letter as an example. The key points are: 1) Letters to the editor allow readers to voice their opinions on issues to a wide audience in order to influence public opinion or policy. 2) They should be brief, around 250 words or 3 paragraphs, and focus on one main point. 3) The structure involves an introduction, body, and conclusion paragraph with a clear topic expressed in the subject line. 4) Sample letters demonstrate addressing community issues like unfair exam practices or population growth to appeal

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    PRESIDIUM

    NOIDA 31
    Grade-8

    FORMAL LETTER- LETTER TO THE EDITOR

    WHAT IS A LETTER TO THE EDITOR?


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    You feel strongly about an issue, and you want to let people know what you think. You believe
    you can even influence people to take some action if you speak your mind. But you want to reach
    an audience larger than just your friends or your group membership. Letters to the editor can be
    an effective way to get the word out.

    They can take a position for or against an issue, or simply inform, or both. They can convince
    readers by using emotions, or facts, or emotions and facts combined. Letters to the editor are
    usually short andtight, rarely longer than 300 words.

    WHY SHOULD YOU WRITE A LETTER TO THE EDITOR?

    Letters to the editor are among the most widely read features in any newspaper or magazine.
    They allow you to reach a large audience. You can probably think of many more specific reasons
    why you might want to write to the editor, but here are a few general ones:
    • You are concerned about something, and want others to know it
    • You think that an issue is so important that you have to speak out
    • Part of your group's strategy is to persuade others to take a specific action
    Or you want to:
    • Suggest an idea to others
    • Influence public opinion
    • Educate the general public on a specific matter
    • Influence policy-makers or elected officials directly or indirectly
    • Publicize the work of your group and attract volunteers or program participants

    HOW DO YOU WRITE A LETTER TO THE EDITOR?


    1. Keep it brief and to the point- Letters should be concise – typically newspapers have
    a wordlimit of about 250 words (about 3 paragraphs). Editors are less likely to print
    long letters.
    2. Use “levels of thought” as a method for organizing your letter- You can use levels
    of thought to structure your letter to the editor. Begin your letter with a big idea or
    value (level one) that provides a context for understanding the more specific details
    (levels two and three) of your communication.
    3. Be mindful of the tone of your letter-The tone of your letter can either support or
    overpower the substance of the message you are trying to communicate. Therefore,
    choosing and controlling tone is an important element of your communication.
    4. Focus your message on one key point-Although there may be many elements to the
    issue you want to address, you will have more success if your editorial is focused and
    easy to understand.
    FORMAT

    B-3 Aravali Apartments {Sender's address}


    Dwarka
    New Delhi-110050

    April 29, 2020 {Date}

    The Editor {Address of the receiver}


    XYZ Times
    New Delhi-110028

    Subject: (should be underlined)

    Sir/Madam

    Body of the letter: Introduction (paragraph 1)


    Main Content (paragraph 2)
    Conclusion (paragraph 3)

    Yours truly
    ABC {Sender's name)
    Designation {If applicable}

    SAMPLE OF FORMAL LETTER TO THE EDITOR

    Write a letter to the Editor of a newspaper against the use of unfair means by
    students in examinations. Your name is Pankaj Walia and you live at 17, Model
    Town,Chandigarh.

    17, Model Town


    Chandigarh

    15TH JULY 2022

    The Editor
    XYZ Times
    Chandigarh

    Subject: Use of Unfair Means by Students in Examination

    Sir/Ma’am
    I seek to express my views on the use of unfair means by students in examinations that is
    increasing with each passing day. This creates a problem for the other children who are honest
    and write their exam sincerely.
    The use of unfair means in exams has assumed dangerous proportions now. Copying in
    examinations goes on unchecked. The system of examination needs, complete overhauling. The
    purpose of holding examination is to test the ability of the students. Any system of examinations
    that does not serve this end is purposeless.

    I would like to suggest few points which can be implemented to avoid such a problem.
    The examination I-Card of the students must be verified twice and a separate committee must be
    appointed by the school to check the pockets and other items of the students after they enter the
    examination hall. Students should not be allowed to leave the room after that on any pretext and
    must not carry mobile phones or any other gadget. Also, a flying squad should be appointed
    for surprise checking any time in the middle of the exam. The invigilators appointed for duty
    must also beinstructed and trained well before the exam.

    I am sure that if the afore mentioned points are strictly adhered to, we can really bring about a
    change in the way the examinations are being conducted these days.

    I shall feel highly obliged if you publish my views on the subject mentioned above.

    Yours Truly
    Pankaj Walia

    Write a letter to the Editor of Times of India about the Alarming Rate of Population in
    India.

    4/12 Shivpuri
    Bhopal, MP- 223344

    12th JULY 2022

    The Editor
    Times of India
    Bhopal, MP 223344

    Subject: Alarming rate of Population in India

    Sir/Ma’am

    Let me draw the attention of the public and the concerned authorities to a burning issue that
    deserves utmost attention. India is now the second largest population in the world, slightly less
    than the population of China that is three times bigger than India. With a gigantic 1.33 billion
    people, India’s population growth is slowly but surely overtaking China’s population.

    One of the most important causes of population rise is illiteracy. People in villages and slums
    believe that having more children means more earning. People are encouraged to have more
    children to achieve religious superiority in villages and cities alike. In India politicians do nothing
    to bring down population with a view to swell their vote banks.

    When the developing countries feel proud of the growth their safety, security, comfort and luxury
    India can boast of its prime position in terms of population, the biggest provider of laborers,
    etc. It is a matter of shame that 20% of India’s population is working as well-trained slaves in
    the Middle East, Europe and America.
    The need of the hour is collective action. All we can do is spreading awareness in villages, slums,
    suburban areas and in cities. Instead of spending millions of rupees on elections and international
    sports events, India should spend its money collected from the poor taxpayers for the
    improvement of living standards.

    I shall feel highly obliged if you publish my views on the subject mentioned above.

    Thanking you

    Yours Truly
    Amrita

    Practice Questions
    1. You are Namit/Namita Mathur. You have been coming across certain headlines in the
    newspaper on shortage of electricity. Write a letter to the editor of a newspaper giving your
    views on the deteriorating conditions of electricity in your locality and mention the
    inconvenience faced by the residents of the locality. (100-120 words)

    2. You are Rohit/Riya, a resident of 21/1, Main Vikas Puri, Delhi. You are troubled to see the
    nagging presence of beggars and vendors at the crossings. Write a letter to the Editor of The
    Hindustan Times mentioning the nuisance created by beggars and vendors at the crossings.
    (100-120 words)

    3. Write a letter to the Editor concerning the condition of roads in your city as they deteriorating
    day by day. There are many pits and often during rainy season the drainage system fails
    leading to accidents and inconvenience to the citizens. (100-120 words)

    4. Water scarcity has become a reality today. Write a letter to the Editor of a newspaper,
    complaining about the irregular water supply in your locality. You are Harish living at H-219 Deen
    Bagh Colony, Hyderabad. (100-120 words)

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