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English Core · 2026 · 5 marks
CBSE 2026 · Region 1 · Set 3 · Q5
With a significant increase in the number of cars and less parking space, there is a concern about the daily parking problems in residential…
With a significant increase in the number of cars and less parking space, there is a concern about the daily parking problems in residential colonies. Write a letter to the editor of local daily highlighting difficulties faced by residents because of this issue. Emphasize on the resulting problems and suggest solutions. Draft a letter using your own ideas along with the cues given.
• leading to traffic congestion due to narrowing of colony roads - access to home blocked.
• incidents of road rage over parking space
• create regular parking zones
• impose penalty on rule breakers
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Difficulties:
traffic congestion
emergency services not able to reach on time
parking crisis
safety hazards
increased social tension/road rage
Suggestions:
designated parking zones
to implement Sticker system
time limits for non- residents' parking
car- pooling/sharing
explore alternative parking
raise awareness through community meetings
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CBSE Class 12 English Core past-paper question from the 2026board exam, with the answer as CBSE’s own marking scheme gives it. Where our answers come from.