Other Formal Letters

Deduplicated previous-year stems (28). Practise full responses; use the framework below.

Answer framework (Other formal letters)

Identify audience (MLA, DM, bank, school). Keep formal tone. Cover: purpose → details → clear request.

Practice stems (by year)

Deduplicated previous-year stems (28). Practise full responses; use the framework below.

Answer framework (Other formal letters)

Identify audience (MLA, DM, bank, school). Keep formal tone. Cover: purpose → details → clear request.

Practice stems (by year)

2023

PYQ 1 — [2023 / Set-1]

layout of a formal letter viz. addresses, salutation, subscription, and ending 
 Carefully structured content with organised paragraphing presented cohesively. 
 Highly effective register (formal tone, tense, and vocabulary), relevant and appropriate 
sentences for conveying the ideas precisely and effectively. 
 
½ mark – Limited display of listed parameters. 
 Inconsistent style, expression sometimes awkward, layout barely accurate. 
 Poor sequencing of ideas; often sporadically clear and related to the given topic in an 
attempt to maintain a general overall cohesion. Displays disjointed portions, exhibiting 
a lack of coherence of ideas. 
 Range of vocabulary is limited but manages to convey, largely, the overall meaning 
and the purpose of the writing. Large portion of vocabulary copied from question. 
ACCURACY -1 mark 

 2/1/1 
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1 mark 
 Spelling, punctuation and grammar consistently/largely accurate, with occasional minor 
errors that do not impede communication. 
½ mark 
 Spelling, punctuation and grammar display some errors spread across, causing minor 
impediments to the message communicated. 
No credit 
 Frequent errors in spelling, punctuation and grammar, impeding communication.

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PYQ 2 — [2023 / Set-2]

4. Attempt any one from (A) and (B) given below : 5 (A) You are Mohit/Mohita of E-46, Shalimar Bagh, Delhi. You came Disturbed after reading the articles, you decide to write a letter to the e s sensitizing children to the plight and loneliness of the elders and to inculcate in them values of caring and sharing. You can also express your views on strengthening of family values. Write your letter in 100 120 words. OR (B) You are Rajni/Rakesh Kothari, Director, Marketing in Oil Spices Manufacturin

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PYQ 3 — [2023 / Set-3]

appropriate layout of a formal letter viz. addresses, salutation, subscription, 
and ending 
 Carefully structured content with organised paragraphing presented 
cohesively. 
 Highly effective register (formal tone, tense, and vocabulary), relevant and 
appropriate sentences for conveying the ideas precisely and effectively. 
 
½ mark – Limited display of listed parameters. 
 Inconsistent style, expression sometimes awkward, layout barely accurate. 
 Poor sequencing of ideas; often sporadically clear and related to the given 
topic in an attempt to maintain a general overall cohesion. Displays 
disjointed portions, exhibiting a lack of coherence of ideas. 
 Range of vocabulary is limited but manages to convey, largely, the overall 
meaning 
and the purpose of the writing. Large portion of vocabulary copied from 
question. 
ACCURACY -1 mark 
1 mark 
 Spelling, punctuation and grammar consistently/largely accurate, with 
occasional minor errors that do not impede communication. 
½ mark 
 Spelling, punctuation and grammar display some errors spread across, 
causing minor impediments to the message communicated. 
No credit 
 Frequent errors in spelling, punctuation and grammar, impeding 
communication. 
 
 
5.

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PYQ 4 — [2023 / Set-4]

formal letter viz. addresses, salutation, subscription, and ending 
 Carefully structured content with organised paragraphing presented cohesively. 
 Highly effective register (formal tone, tense, and vocabulary), relevant and appropriate 
sentences for conveying the ideas precisely and effectively. 
 
½ mark – Limited display of listed parameters. 
 Inconsistent style, expression sometimes awkward, layout barely accurate. 
 Poor sequencing of ideas; often sporadically clear and related to the given topic in an 
attempt to maintain a general overall cohesion. Displays disjointed portions, exhibiting a lack 
of coherence of ideas. 
 Range of vocabulary is limited but manages to convey, largely, the overall meaning 
and the purpose of the writing. Large portion of vocabulary copied from question. 
ACCURACY -1 mark 
1 mark 
 Spelling, punctuation and grammar consistently/largely accurate, with occasional minor errors 
that do not impede communication. 
½ mark 
 Spelling, punctuation and grammar display some errors spread across, causing minor 
impediments to the message communicated. 
No credit 
 Frequent errors in spelling, punctuation and grammar, impeding communication. 
 
 

B1 2/5/1

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2024

PYQ 5 — [2024 / 2_1_1_English_L_L]

4. Attempt ANY ONE from A and B given below: (A) There are daily reports in the newspaper of fatal accidents due to reckless driving and road rage. Write a letter to the Commissioner of Traffic Police in about 120 words suggesting the need to take stricter action against the offenders. Recommend the use of social media to launch awareness campaigns about the implications of irresponsible driving. You are Shantanu / Savita, living at B-108 Krishi Apartments. 5 OR

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PYQ 6 — [2024 / 2_4_3_English_L_L]

parents find it difficult to walk on the tracks. Write a letter to the 
CEO of Sunrise Hills, in about 120 words, expressing your concern 
at the situation and suggesting measures to resolve the issue of 
poor maintenance. 

 
 
2/4/3-14 
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5. 
Attempt any one from (a) and (b) given below : 
5 
(a) 
Energy drinks are drinks containing stimulant compounds, usually 
caffeine, which is marketed as providing mental and physical 
stimulation (marketed as energy, but distinct from food energy). 
 
The following table shows some of the potential risks of energy 
drinks. Based on the given information, write an analytical 
paragraph, in about 120 words, assessing the short-term benefits 
versus common risks of energy drinks. 
 
POTENTIAL RISKS OF ENERGY DRINKS 
Recent studies have shown that whilst there are undoubtedly 
some short-term benefits of energy drinks, over-consumption 
does present some common risks and symptoms including : 
 palpitations dizziness 
 tremors tingling or numbing of skin 
 agitation insomnia 
 gastrointestinal problems respiratory distress 
 chest pain headac

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2025

PYQ 7 — [2025 / 2-1-1_English_Language_and_Literature]

4. Attempt any one from (a) and (b) given below : 5 (a) You are Soumya Hansal / Sumit Hansal living at F-32, Shanti Nagar, Vayugarh. Seeing the inadequate healthcare infrastructure in your town, write a letter to the MLA of your area, in about 120 words, suggesting the need for improving existing healthcare facilities and creating more ‘‘Wellness Centres’’ including a specialized hospital for children and women. OR (b) You are Risha Khan / Zuhaan Khan, the sports captain of Highrise Public Schoo

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PYQ 8 — [2025 / 2-1-2_English_Language_and_Literature]

4. Attempt any one from (a) and (b) given below : 5 (a) You are Rashmi / Roshan, a concerned citizen, residing at G-16, Himmat Path, Nayanagar. Compose a letter in about 120 words to the Director, Municipal Corporation, drawing his attention to the open drains in your colony. The drains are not only the breeding ground for disease-causing organisms but are also polluting the surrounding areas, especially the water bodies which could lead to water-borne diseases. Suggest measures for addressing t

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PYQ 9 — [2025 / 2-1-3_English_Language_and_Literature]

4. Attempt any one from (a) and (b) given below : 5 (a) You are Suman Lata / Rohan Mori living at 345, Green Apartments, Tyagnagar. You have read that some prominent places in your city have been identified as high-crime areas. Women and elderly people feel scared to navigate through those areas and feel they are more likely to be robbed. To safeguard the interests of vulnerable people, write a letter to the SHO of your area, in about 120 words, requesting him/her to deploy more police personnel

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PYQ 10 — [2025 / 2-2-1_English_Language_and_Literature]

4. Attempt any one from (a) and (b) given below : 5 (a) As Sakshi/Saksham Bedi of 864, Solar Apartments, Lajpat Street, Dipak Nagar, you feel that the lack of proper street lighting in several areas of your neighbourhood is a threat to safety. Residents, especially those who work late shifts or return home after dark, feel vulnerable due to poorly lit streets. Write a letter to the District Magistrate of your city area, in about 120 words, stating the problem and requesting him to take necessary

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PYQ 11 — [2025 / 2-2-2_English_Language_and_Literature]

4. Attempt any one from (a) and (b) given below : 5 (a) As Anaisha/Anish Gupta of 84, Coral Apartment, Hoger Street, Viman Nagar, you feel that there has been a growing problem of illegal parking in the residential area of your neighbourhood, particularly near school and commercial establishments. This not only causes inconvenience to residents but also hampers the smooth flow of traffic and poses risks to pedestrians, especially children. Write a letter to the SHO of your city area, in about 12

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PYQ 12 — [2025 / 2-2-3_English_Language_and_Literature]

4. Attempt any one from (a) and (b) given below : 5 (a) As Kavita/Rohit Ranjan of Sooraj Apartments, Roshan Nagar, you feel that the increasing noise levels from construction activities, traffic and loud gatherings are disrupting the peace and tranquility of your neighbourhood. This is particularly problematic during late hours and is impacting the sleep and well-being of residents. Write a letter to the DM of your city area, in about 120 words, stating the problem and requesting him to take nec

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PYQ 13 — [2025 / 2-3-1_English_Language_and_Literature]

4. Attempt any one from (a) and (b) given below : 5 (a) You are Neha/Nehal Panjwani, residing at 8576, Sarita Apartments, Hanger Street. As a responsible citizen, you believe in promoting environmentally responsible practices. Write a letter to the Director, Alternate Energy Commission, in about 120 words, sharing your views about ‘Reducing the Carbon Footprint’ by encouraging the use of renewable energy sources, such as solar and wind power and to provide subsidies to families who want to avail

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