Q. Formal Letter (4 Marks) Write a letter to the Editor of a national daily expressing concern over the declining habit of reading classic literature among school children in the age of rapid digital media consumption. (120 words)
Ranchi
10 March 2026
The Editor
New Delhi
Subject: The declining habit of reading classic literature among children.
Sir/Madam,
Through the columns of your esteemed newspaper, I wish to draw attention to the waning interest in classic literature among school children, largely driven by rapid digital media consumption.
Today’s youth are accustomed to the instant gratification provided by short-form videos and social media. Consequently, the patience required to navigate the complex narratives of Dickens, Austen, or Narayan is disappearing. This shift is alarming, as classic literature is foundational for developing deep empathy, critical thinking, and a robust vocabulary.
Schools and parents must collaboratively integrate dedicated "screen-free" reading hours and modernize library resources to make physical books appealing again. We must act before the profound wisdom of classic literature is lost to the endless scroll of the digital age.
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