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Class 11, Letters are written communications. Writing letters is an art and it is mastered through practice. The, importance of letter writing cannot be over emphasised. Letters develop social discourse, strengthen, business relations and win over the officers and employers., KINDS OF LETTERS, Letter-writing can be divided into two main kinds:, (a) Formal Letters, (b) Informal Letters, Formal Letters include business letters, applications for jobs, letters to editors, letters to, Principal/Officers and letters of complaints to authorities., Informal Letters are written to friends, relatives, acquaintances and teachers. These include private and, personal matters such as condolences, congratulations, invitations, etc. Note. The syllabus specifies the, following letter types:, (a) Letters to Editors, (b) Letters to School or college authorities, STRUCTURE OF A FORMAL LETTER, A formal letter has seven parts:, The Address of the sender including the Date, The Inside Address, The Salutation, Subject Heading, The Body of the Letter, The Subscription, The Signature, Each part begins on the left hand side margin. The block format is used and there is no indentation. One, line may be left to indicate the beginning of a new part/paragraph., 1. (a) The Address of the Sender. The complete address of the sender is written on the top of the, page, preferably on the left side, without punctuation marks, e.g.,

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237 Jyoti Apartments, Ashok Vihar, New Delhi-110048, (b) The Date is written just below the Sender‘s Address. In formal letters dates can be written as, under:, 10 July 2011 or, July 10, 2011, The former is the British style while the latter is the American style. In our country mostly people follow, the British style, but these days some people have started using the American style. Students should, avoid writing dates as 10.7.11 or 10/7/11 as it may be understood as October 7, 2011 or 10 July, 2011., 2. The Inside Address. The inside address is written below the date line after leaving some space,, e.g.,, M/s Kapoor Brothers, Paper Merchants, Chawri Bazar, Delhi-110006, However, the word M/s (Messers) should not be used:, Before the name of firms trading under an impersonal name, such as ‘The Golden Carriers’, ‘The, Karnataka Small Scale Industries’., Before the name of firms beginning with a singular proper noun, such as Gupta Sales Corporation, Anil, Hardware Stores, etc., Before the names of limited companies, such as Hindustan National Glass Ltd., etc., 3. The Salutation or Greeting. The writer uses appropriate words for the receiver according to, his/her relation. The salutation comes just below the address of the recipient. Its first and last, word should be written with a capital letter. A comma (,) may be put after the salutation, e.g., In, Business Letters we write, Dear Sir, Dear Sirs,, In official letters, applications or letters to the Editors we write

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Sir/Dear, Sir/Respected Sir or Madam/Dear Madam,, Dear Sir/Sirs is used while addressing a firm. Dear Sir/Dear Madam is used while addressing some single, official., 4. Subject Heading. Mention the heading of the subject below the salutation in the middle. The, subject should be mentioned briefly. This helps in speedy compliance/ disposal., 5. The Body of the Letter. It is the most important part of the letter. It contains the actual message, to be conveyed. It may be broken into various paragraphs, each paragraph dealing with only one, idea. Begin with a new paragraph each time you say something new. A formal letter must have, at least three paragraphs in the body of the letter., Introductory para, Main, body of the letter and, The concluding para., 6. The Subscription. It is also called the complimentary close. It is simply a polite way of leave, taking. It should agree in style and tone with the salutation. If you have used ‘Sir/Madam’ in, your salutation, the subscription is Tours faithfully‘. However, if the person addressed is, known to the writer and is addressed as Dear Sir/Madam, Tours sincerely1 may be used., Note:, Do not write ‘Tours truly“, as it is no longer accepted. ‘Tours” doesn’t have an apostrophe., And remember, “Thanking you” is grammatically wrong and should not be used., Beginning with “To” and ending a letter with “from” is now considered obsolete., The format of a letter is on the left side., 7. The Signature. The signature is put below the subscription. In formal letters, the name and, designation should follow the signature., SOME OPTIONAL PARTS, (a) Reference Number (Ref No.) It appears between the writer‘s address and date. Here you may, give file No., letter No. and number and dates or particulars of previous correspondence etc., (b) Enclosures (Enel). A mention of the enclosed papers and documents, if attached separately, is, made on the left hand side below the signature., LETTERS TO THE EDITOR AND LETTERS TO SCHOOL/COLLEGE AUTHORITIES, FORMAT

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Sender’s Address……………………, ………………………., Pin ………………, Date………………., Address of the addressee, …………………………………., Pin ……………………, Subject …………………………… ., Sir,, Introductory Para, …………………………………………………………………………………………………., ………………………………………………………………………………………………., Main body of the letter, ………………………………………………………………………………………………., ………………………………………………………………………………………………., Concluding Para, …………………………………………………………………………………………………………, ……………………., …………………………………………………………………………………………………………, ……………………., (Complimentary close), Yours faithfully, Signature, (Sender’s Name), Designation (if needed)

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Letter to School Authorities (Samples), Students may be asked to write letters to Principal or other educational authorities on the following:, (a) Admissions, (b) School Issues, © Requirements/Suitability of Courses, (a) ENQUIRIES AND REPLIES REGARDING ADMISSIONS, Question 1: COMPUTER PROGRAMMING COURSE, Your cousin Aditi Jain is just completing 12th standard and is keen to join a short term medical, transcription course in computer programming. She comes across an advertisement of ET & T Computer, Education, Mansarover Garden, New Delhi. Write a letter on behalf of Aditi to the firm imparting, training in computers and enquire about the details such as duration of the course, fees and other, facilities, etc., Answer:, C-176, Lajpat Nagar, New Delhi-110024, 25 January 20XX, The Administrative Officer, ET&T Computer Education, Mansarovar Garden, New Delhi, Sub: Information Regarding Computer Programming Course, Sir,, Apropos your advertisement in the Statesman, dated 23 January 20XX regarding a crash course in, computer programming, I solicit some information. I have just completed my 12th standard from CBSE,, New Delhi and I am interested in doing a short-term computer programming course in the evening, session. Kindly supply me the following details:, (a) Duration of short-term courses., (b) Other courses available.

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© Fees to be paid—whether payment in instalments is permitted., (d) Size of the class/group., € Availability of computer time., (f) Timings of classes and frequency., I am sending a self-addressed envelope. Please despatch the requisite information at the earliest., Yours faithfully, Aditi Jain, Question 2: WASTE WATER MANAGEMENT COURSES, You are Arun/Anita Basu living at 1765, Sector 20, Chandigarh. You come across the following, advertisement:, Postal Classes—Diploma in Waste Water Management—duration one year—practicals arranged—, minimum qualification SSCE, first division—prospectus free—Contact- Director, Eco-centre, P.B. 1037,, Bengaluru-560019, Write a letter to the Director asking for detailed information on the course, fee structure, assignments,, personal contact programmes and job opportunities. Request for a prospectus and enclose a selfselfaddressed envelope., Answer:, 1765, Sector 20, Chandigarh-160020, 5 May 20XX, The Director, Eco-Centre, P.B. 1037, Bengaluru-560019, Sub: Waste Water Management Courses, Sir,

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This is with reference to your advertisement in The Hindu dated 02 May, 2003 regarding waste water, management courses. I am interested in the one-year course. However, I need some information and, clarifications in this regard., Please inform me about the total fees and fee structure, supply of lessons, period for submission of, assignments and possible dates/period of personal contact programme. I would also like to be, enlightened about placement and job opportunities. I am enclosing a self-addressed envelope for the, brochure/prospectus., Hope for an early response., Yours faithfully, Anita Basu, Question 3: SHORT-TERM COURSE IN COMPUTER PROGRAMMING, You are Akhil/Asmita of 119, Mall Road, Shimla. You are interested in doing a short term course in, Computer Programming during your summer vacation. Write a letter to the Director, Computer World,, Sector-22, Chandigarh, enquiring about the duration of such a course and the terms and conditions for, admission., Answer:, 119, Mall Road, Shimla, 10 May 20XX, The Director, Computer World, Sector-22, Chandigarh, Sub: Short term. Course in Computer Programming, Sir,, Kindly refer to your advertisement in The Tribune dated 8 May 20XX regarding the above mentioned, course. I have just passed the A.I. CBSE examination of XII Class with science stream. I am interested in, doing a short term course in computer programming during my summer vacation. However, before, joining the course, I would like to know the following details:, (a) Duration of the course and fees

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(b) Mode of payment: lumpsum/instalments, © Whether a diploma/certificate is issued, (d) Recognition and its validity, € Timings of classes and other relevant information, (f) Individual time on computer, In case you have some printed material for information kindly send it to me. A self addressed and duly, stamped envelope is enclosed for the purpose., An early response will enable me to join your course immediately., Yours faithfully, Akhil/Asmita, (b) SCHOOL ISSUES, Question 1: DRIPPING WATER TAP, One of the water taps near your classroom drips continuously. As a result, a lot of water is wasted. Write, an application to the Principal of your school requesting her/ him to take immediate action in getting, the drip repaired. You are Sandhya/ Shubhojeet Awasthi of St. John’s School, Chakeri, Kanpur., Answer:, The Principal, St. John’s School, Chakeri, Kanpur, Sir, I want to bring to your kind attention that one of the water taps near our classroom drips continuously., As a result, a lot of water is wasted. All of us know that water is a precious resource. We must conserve, water., I, therefore, request you to take immediate action in getting the tap repaired., I hope you will order prompt action., Thank you, Yours obediently/faithfully

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Sandhya/Shubhojeet Awasthi, Question 2: CLEAN DRINKING WATER, There is no proper arrangement of clean drinking water in the school of your younger sister. Write a, letter to the Principal of Summer Spring Girls School, Vinod Garden, Delhi, complaining about this most, urgent problem. You are Sarthak/Aaradhna living at A-14, Sun City, Delhi., Answer:, A-14, Sun City, Delhi, 15 March 200X, The Principal, Summer Spring Girls School, Vinod Garden, Delhi, Sub: Lack of Proper Arrangement of Clean Drinking Water, Madam,, During a recent meeting of PTA, I happened to visit your school .as the guardian of my younger sister. I, was deeply impressed by the standard of cleanliness and discipline in your school. One thing, however,, irked me most. It is the lack of proper arrangement of clean drinking water in the school. Although, summer has not yet begun, I found long queues of thirsty students in hunt of the water coolers on the, ground floor. I saw some students quenching their thirst from water taps on the first and second floors., Supply of clean, germ-free water is an essential part of the facilities the school should offer. I suggest, that immediate steps should be taken to instal boosters to provide a running supply of water to the, water coolers on the first and second floors., I hope you will take urgent steps in this regard., Yours faithfully, Aaradhna, Question 3: MORE BOOKS FOR THE SCHOOL LIBRARY, Your brother/sister, Puneet/Nita, is studying in class X in Manisha Academy, Surat. You have come to, know that in the school library, the copies of the book containing the Question Bank in English are

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insufficient. Your brother/sister has not been able to get the book. Write a letter to the Principal of the, school requesting him/her to get more books for the library to meet the demands of the students. You, are Vinod/Sarita, living at F-131, Gandhi Colony, Surat., Answer:, F-131, Gandhi Colony, Surat, 15 January 20XX, The Principal, Manisha Academy, Surat, Sub: Request for More Books for the Library, Madam,, Being the guardian of a student of your school, I would like to register my complaint against insufficient, number 6f reference books in the school library. During one of my visits 1 came to know that CBSE has, changed the style of questions in English. It has supplied a book of questions to every school. I have not, been able to procure one from the market. My sister Nita could not get one from the library. On, enquiring from the librarian, she came to know that the copies of the book containing the Question, Bank in English are insufficient. It is certainly a hurdle as lack of proper books hinders learning activity., You know the importance of books in this competitive age. This particular book has become, indispensable for the students as it informs them about the style and types of questions and thus guides, them in preparation and helps them in self evaluation., I, therefore, request you to take necessary steps in order to increase the number of textbooks as well as, reference books in such a manner that they would meet the demands of the students., I do hope you’ll consider my request., Yours faithfully, Sarita, Question 4: DUPLICATE IDENTITY CARD, You are Atul Wason, a resident of L-23, Virat Nagar, New Delhi-53. Write a letter to the Librarian, Delhi, Public Library, West Patel Nagar, New Delhi, requesting him to issue a Duplicate Identity Card., Answer:

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L-23, Virât Nagar, New Delhi-53, 21 July 2003, The Librarian, Delhi Public Library, West Patel Nagar, New Delhi, Sub: Issue of Duplicate Identity Card, Dear Sir,, I want to inform you that the day before yesterday my pocket was picket in the DTC bus. Besides money,, my library identity card was stolen. I came to know of the loss only when I reached the market place and, wanted to make certain purchases. I immediately rushed to the police station at Tilak Nagar and lodged, a complaint., Since there is little hope of my getting back the purse, please cancel my old Library Card No. 5/4517 and, issue me a new one in its place. I am prepared to pay the fee for the duplicate identity card, if there is, any., Please find enclosed a copy of my complaint lodged with the police station., Hope for an early response., Yours faithfully, Atul Wason, (c) REQUIREMENTS/SUITABILITY OF COURSES, Question 1: PARAGRAPHS FOR READING SKILLS, Write a letter to the Chairman, C.B.S.E. Preet Vihar, requesting him to reduce the number of paragraphs, for reading skills because an average student fails to complete the paper within the prescribed timelimit., Answer:, 275, Ajmal Khan Road, Karol Bagh, New Delhi-110015

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9 March 20XX, The Chairman, C.B.S.E., Preet Vihar, Delhi, Sub: Reduction in Number of Paragraphs for Reading Skills, Sir,, I agree with the maxim that exams are the test of one‘s knowledge, skill and ability. But I am not in, favour of the number of paragraphs set for reading comprehension and note¬making. These passages, tend to be tedious and boring. The students have to spend more time to read, analyse and understand, them and answer the questions. The result is that students fail to complete the paper within the, prescribed time limit. Thus these passages harass the students. They do not relish writing answers to, them., In view of the poor performance of the students in reading skills, I request you, sir, to consider the case, of reducing the number of paragraphs for reading skills. I am confident that two passages of shorter, lengths will unable students to give better performance. Hope to have a favourable consideration. Yours, faithfully, Aviral Pande, Question 2: EXTRA CLASSES IN MATHS, You are Rajat/Rajani Walia, Head Boy/Girl of your school. Request your Principal in writing to arrange, extra classes in Maths/English for the students of XI and XII classes. Give detailed reasons to support, your demand., Answer:, Examination Hall, ……………………Centre, 8 January 20XX, The Principal, ABC Sr. Sec. School, XYZ City, Sub: Extra Classes in Maths/English

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Sir,, The other day we were admonished about poor performance in Maths/English in the Pre-Board, Examination. We have tried to search our souls, rack our brains and find out the fault. The reason is, quite obvions. Our Maths/English lecturer retired in August and stop-gap arrangements were made for, three months by appointing temporary hands. Only last month we were able to get the guidance from, an expert and competent teacher like Mr. B.M. Garg/………….., However, a lot of our course remains uncovered and proper justice cannot be done to it in the regular, periods only., Moreover, we have to make up our deficiency. Drill, revision and classroom tests also require certain, periods. In view of the paucity of time available to us between now and the commencement of board, examination, it is requested that some extra classes before/after school hours be arranged in, Maths/English for XI and XII classes., I hope that the request of the students will be acceded to without any delay., Yours obediently, Rajani Walia, Head Girl Debate:, Debate Writing – A formal discussion on a particular matter in a public meeting or legislative assembly,, in which opposing arguments are put forward and which usually ends with a vote. For Example – “Last, night’s debate on the Education Bill”, Debate Writing Tips – The first and the foremost step is to choose the side, whether you want to write, for, or against the motion. Always try to select the side you personally want to support and have more, material information to write on. It is preferable to make a choice during reading time., An ideal debate must consist of 4 paragraphs, namelyIntroduction/Salutations,, Problem, Solution, and, The conclusion., 1. Introduction- This includes salutations and the topic (including FOR/AGAINST the motion).

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For Example:- Good morning everyone. Esteemed judges, honourable guests, respected teachers and my, fellow students. I, (the name is given in the question or else, XYZ) feel honoured to have been given the, opportunity to speak (FOR/AGAINST) the topic- (name of the topic)., 2. Body (Problem)- This is the main paragraph or the body of your answer., Always begin with the meaning of the topic or the explanation of the topic in not more than a line., Then start quoting the issues. Now here, it is important you follow a sequence. It is possible that you, have too many points or very few points. When you have a lot of varied points, it is better you choose a, few best ones and write a line on each. In case you have very few already, explain them in at least two, lines each., Make sure you are clear with your thoughts, only then you‘ll be able to put them into words, unambiguously., 3. Solution- “For every problem, there is a solution.”, This paragraph needs to be short and crisp whereby; you are supposed to give a rational and practical, solution for all the above problems., In case you are not able to figure one out, keep in mind a few general ones. It could involve spreading, awareness, campaigns, stringent laws and their strict implementation, education, etc., Using a quote never hurts. It can be general ones like, on working together. Every situation can be faced, and solved if there is unity. So here are a few handy ones., “Wherever there is unity, there is always victory.”, “Unity is strength.”, “United we stand, divided we fall.” And many more., 4. Conclusion- This part involves clarification of your statement and stance along with thanking the, audience for being such patient listeners. This paragraph needs to be short and precise., Here also, you could add some glitter to your art piece with some quotes like “The word IMPOSSIBLE, itself says, I M POSSIBLE.”, DO’S, Before you begin writing, write down all the points (one/two words per point) at the back of your, answer sheet (rough sheet) so that you do not forget relevant points while writing. This also helps you in, maintaining a sequence, which is very important., Make sure you double-check for grammatical accuracy and spellings. They carry marks.

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Leave an adequate number of lines between paragraphs to make it look clean., Underlining the main points is very important. But it is advised to do it after finishing your exam. Use a, pencil and scale for underlining., Always have a few general quotes in handy. They help in presentation and shows that you‘re prepared, Presentation is very important., Read a lot of debates to get an idea., Have information about all the major environmental, political, social issues that have taken place during, the entire year. The Sample Question Paper 2018-19 released by CBSE consists of a question on “Social, Media and its effects”Â. It can be linked with a lot of problems we are facing today on a personal and on, a global level., Example– Spreading of fake information, Mob lynching, reduced physical activities in children resulting, in poor health, etc., DON’Ts, Never mention any of your personal details, i.e., name, school name or address., Never write in one go. Make sure you follow the right format and make paragraphs., Don’t use slangs or short forms., Don’t write the wrong facts., Try not to exceed the prescribed word limit of 150-200 words., Do not invest too much time in just this question., Debate Writing Samples, Q1. You are Mukul / Mahima of Alps Public School. Your school has organized a debate on “Social Media, and It‘s Effects” and you will be participating in your school. Prepare your views against or in favour, of the motion. (150-200 words) Answer:, SOCIAL MEDIA AND IT’s EFFECTS, FOR THE MOTION:, “We are all now connected by the internet, like neurons in a giant brain”

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Honourable judges, teachers and my worthy opponents thank you for giving me the opportunity to join, this debate on the topic, “Social Media and It’s Effects”. I am Mukul/ Mahima and I would like to speak, in favour of the motion., How many people do not have a smile on their faces on finding an old friend on Facebook? Well, social, media has removed all the barriers and boundaries to communication by bringing the globe on a single, platform. While business opportunities have widened, marketer’s reach has broadened. It keeps us, updated about everything going on in every nook and corner of the world on a real-time basis., From emergency alerts, announcements and declarations to knowing how our friends are doing has all, become so convenient. It provides freedom of speech and thus, enables everyone to speak their mind., Not to forget the incalculable access it provides to the extensive information., With so much advancement and innovation, it would be an unimaginable world without having social, media in it. Someone has rightly put it into words by saying,, “Social media is addictive precisely because it gives us something what the real world lacks: it gives us, immediacy, direction and a value as an individual.”, Thank you., AGAINST THE MOTION:, What a world it is, with everyone on their phones, all the time, faking their lives and keeping a count of, their likes?, Good Morning, ladies and gentlemen! I am Mukul/ Mahima and my topic for the day is, “Social media, and its effects”. I would like to speak against the motion., It has now become doubtful to trust the saying that goes like “Technology was developed to save time, and make our lives easier”, because people have become addicted and unproductive. It takes a lot of, effort and discipline to stay away from social media. Results have shown that it has had adverse effects, on human minds and their functioning. Outdoor activities among children have also reduced, significantly., No doubt it provides access to useful information, but, it is hard to ignore the quantum of fake news that, spreads like wildfire and the extent of impact it has on the society. In fact, fake whatsapp forwards was a, clear pattern that was observed behind the recent mob lynchings or rather, “Death by social media”., It is one of the reasons behind insecurities and depression among teenagers. It is right that technology, was introduced to save time, but we forgot to mention, “In the right amount”. So, remember, you leave, the present moment every time you check the phone., Thank you for your cooperation and patient hearing.

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Q2. “ONLINE SMART CLASSES ARE THE FUTURE OF EDUCATION STYLE”. Write a debate either for or, against the motion. (150 – 200 words)., Answer:, ONLINE SMART CLASSES ARE THE FUTURE OF EDUCATION STYLE, FOR THE MOTION:, Honourable judges and worthy listeners,, “If you are so old minded and think that computers will be distracting children from studies, with a, sincere sorry for you, let me tell you that the young generation has gone a long way with computers!”, Thus, I am here to talk about the endless possibilities of computer and internet based teaching methods., When most parents think of learning from computers, socializing websites like facebook appear before, their eyes. It is the biggest cyber tragedy. There are definitely a large number of sites beyond just, facebook., Udemy, Coursera, Khan academy, Byju’s teaching app, the list of online teaching platforms is endless, and ever growing. There are millions of students and teachers who use these websites and apps for their, exam-preparation. They are mostly free and it is what makes one turn away from traditional, paperguides. With a smartphone in every hand, city and village alike, these online libraries are within, everyone’s reach., Google has already replaced the word Guru to become the greatest knowledge-provider., With seven hundred billion population and six hundred trees, it is the need of the century to go, paperless. In this context you can find no better solution than eLearning., Rather than living the life of a consumer, let’s be contributors. Instead of buying paper books, let’s buy, eBooks. Instead of collecting a thousand books in our shelves, let’s convert our phones or computers, into virtual libraries and learn., Thank you., AGAINST THE MOTION:, Good morning, ladies and gentlemen! My topic for the day is “Online Classes are the Future of Education, Style” and I choose to speak against the motion., Online learning or e-learning refers to learning conducted via electronic media, typically on the Internet., There is no face-to-face interaction between the teacher and the student. It decreases the scope of, adjusting and modifying the language or the concept according to various audiences. Moreover, humans, are known to be social animals and are thus, more interested in direct tuition than virtual tuition.

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There is lack of proper guidance and self-assessment mechanisms. Not only this, it would also reduce, employment among teachers., Since it involves only brain work and not physical work, they tend to get lethargic resulting in altered, physiology. Also, it leads to lack of discipline. Attending a school makes one have a time schedule in a, day. This helps them learn some good habits like, bathing, breakfast, going to bed at the right time etc., Physical school help children adopt a discipline., Not to forget the excellent interactions involved in physical learning. People tend to make friends who, support them and mentors who guide them. Thus, no matter how fast technological developments are, taking place, the traditional way of learning should not be displaced., Thank you., Q3. ‘Brain drain is not a bane for a developing country like India.’ Write a debate in 150 – 200, words either for or against the motion., Answer:, BRAIN DRAIN IS NOT A BANE FOR A DEVELOPING COUNTRY LIKE INDIA, FOR THE MOTION:, Respected judges and my worthy opponents, today, I stand before you all to bring into light why Brain, drain is not a bane for a developing country like India., Brain drain is a situation in which large numbers of educated and skilled professionals leave their own, country to live and work in another country where pay and conditions are better. In a developing, country like India, the population is growing at a rate faster than the increase in job opportunities. In, such a case, immigration to other countries can be seen to be providing sunshine to dispel the gloom of, the unemployed youth., Moreover, income from the emigrated people comes back to the native country as overseas, remittances. India is recipient of the highest amount of foreign currency coming in as remittances from, NRIs., Reverse brain drain, on the other hand, if given attention, can make it a win-win situation. It is a, situation in which such people come back to India after acquiring knowledge, skills and abilities, thus, adding value to India., The need of the hour is to encourage reverse brain drain so that India can make use of their tremendous, potential, experience and expertise for building a stronger nation. This helps India becoming a, developed country very soon and also a global Super Power in the long run., Thank you.

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AGAINST THE MOTION:, Respected judges and my worthy opponents, today, I stand before you all to express my views on the, topic “Brain drain is not a bane for a developing country like India”. I choose to speak against the, motion., Brain drain is referred to a situation in which large numbers of educated and skilled professionals leave, their own country to live and work in another country where pay and conditions are better. The majority, of migration is from developing to developed countries., This is of growing concern worldwide because of its impact on developing countries. These countries, have invested in the education and training of young health professionals. This translates into a loss of, considerable resources when these people migrate, with the direct benefit accruing to the recipient, states who have not forked out the cost of educating them., It drains a developing country of expertise at a time when it requires it the most. If the number of skilled, people leaving is higher than that of people entering (the so-called brain gain), brain drain can become a, challenge, especially if it hits the sensitive spots of a nation’s economy in sectors such as science, health, care, or technology., It is the need of the hour to be in control of the situation. It can be done by providing better, opportunity, security, better standard of living and if need be, tax concessions. It’s time to end brain, drain and move to brain gain., Thank you., Question 4.‘Rising prices can be controlled only by the government.’ Write a debate in 150-200, words either for or against the motion. (Delhi 2016), Answer:, The problem of rising prices is one of the major problems our country is facing in the present times. This, problem is two-fold, to check the rising prices and to bring the prices down. The government can play a, vital role in this., Good Morning Everyone, I have come before you all to speak in favour of the motion, “Rising prices, can be controlled by the government”., The government needs to take stringent action against hoarders and black marketers who manipulate, market prices, under the relevant legal procedures, so as to ensure that products reach market on time, to moderate prices. The government also needs to review import and export of all essential, commodities on a regular basis and impose controls on exports and ease restrictions on imports., Inflation can be controlled to a large extent if the government gives full freedom to farmers to sell their, agricultural produce anywhere in India without any restriction and ensures free movement of the, produce without taxation. The sudden and acute rise in prices causes an all-round spiral effect on the

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price of goods goods and services thus making the life of the common man miserable. To fend off its, responsibility the government attributes price rise to external factors. Though our governments have, often talked about checking inflation, it has never outlined a confirmatory strategy in this regard. If the, government takes up concrete measures to control inflation the real welfare of the masses can be, ensured., Thank You!, Question 5.‘Our large population is not a cause of poverty but an asset, a resource.’ Write a debate, in 150-200 words either for or against the motion., Answer:, The people are the greatest resource of a country. This saying is as old at it is true. It is how a country, uses this resource to its advantage that determines how citizens become the true assets of the country., Good morning everyone, I …., have come before you all to speak in favour of the motion, ‘Our large, population is not a cause of poverty but an asset, a resource’. Population is not a problem but, mismanagement definitely is. If we channelize our population in the right way, then it will surely be an, asset. Though our rapid population growth is a matter of concern for our economy and priority needs to, be given to measures to control population. It is now up to us how we can use our large population to, our country’s advantage. India has the youngest population in the world with mean age of 24 years, in a, pretty fast ageing globe. Our large population with its striking diversity that is not seen in the stark, homogeneity of China’s population offers us and the world a variety of skills and professions., To conclude, I would like to say that drastic measures should be undertaken by our government to, improve the quality of our population to convert it into quality human resource.