CBSE Class 12 Report Writing Format, Examples, Types, Topics, Samples

Class 12 Format of Report writing

What is a Report?

A Report can be verbal or written. However, in this context, we are talking about a written report because in Class 12th CBSE you will be asked to write a report.

A report is a written description of any incident seen or heard. A report of an event presents a record of events that took place. A report of an event may include one’s ideas, opinions, and impressions about that event. It is an expression of a personal experience on account of something heard, seen, done, studied, etc. meant to be published or broadcasted. Reports can be of many types, such as:

• A newspaper report

• A report about an event or function at school/institute/ organisation

• A report about an accident that happened that you have witnessed

• A report about an enquiry or survey

Format of a Report:

Newspaper Report	Magazine Report
Headline Byline (Name of the reporter) Date & Place of Reporting Opening paragraph Details (Next two paragraphs) Conclusion	Headline Byline (Name of the reporter) Opening paragraph Details (Next two paragraphs) Conclusion

You should remember few points while writing a report. Let's start from the top:

1. After reading the question, try to give a suitable title or Heading for the Report. The Title should be short but it should convey the message.

2. Write the Reporter's name as per the question.

3. The report should be less formal but descriptive in nature.

4. Mention the place, date, time, and other relevant facts about the event.

5. Because when you write a report, you always tell about what has already happened, therefore it should be in Past Tense.

6. Use sentences in "reported speech" and "Passive form" to express the expressions.

7. To reach the prescribed word limit you will need to develop ideas using (reasons, consequences, opinions, causes) logically.

Question 1. You are Namit / Radhika of Mark Convent School, Gorakhpur. Recently, your school celebrated its Golden Jubilee. Write a report in 150-200 words for your school magazine describing the various programs arranged in your school for the celebration.

Answer:

Golden Jubilee Celebrations

By Radhika, XII A

Mark Convent School, Gorakhpur recently completed its fifty years of establishment on 9th April, 20XX. The management and staff of the school organized a grand function to celebrate the same. Mr Abhishek Rao, the District Magistrate of Gorakhpur, graced the occasion as the chief guest. The school premises was attractively decorated for the celebrations and the chief guest was received by the Director and the Principal of the school at the main entrance. After the prayer and welcome song, our school Principal, gave a quick speech highlighting the meritorious services of the school to the cause of education for the past 50 years.

The chief guest acknowledged the same in his speech thereafter. He honoured 10 teachers for their dedicated services within the field of education. thereafter the meritorious students who were allrounders of each class were awarded medals by the DM.

Students of the three houses presented a musical concert which was the special feature of the show. In the last function was followed by a delicious dinner which we all enjoyed.

Question 2. As an active member of the Cultural Club of your school, you had participated in a summer camp organised by the Rotary Club of your district. Write a report on the camp and its activities in 125-150 words. You are Edwin / Reena of XYZ Public School, Vasant Vihar, Delhi.

Answer:

Summer Camp in the Lap of Nature

by Reena Singh, Member Cultural Club, XYZ Public School

Rotary Club, Vasant Vihar organised a 4 day camp in the lap of nature near Rishikesh, from 1st to 6th June, 20XX for the students between the age group of 15-18. The camp was an outdoor expedition wherein the mental abilities, as well as the physical strength, was tested. The set of outdoor activities included trekking, river crossing, mountain climbing etc. They were specially designed to display and promote the team spirit among people from different backgrounds.

It also included yoga, meditation, board games, various cultural programs, and awareness discussions. The camp was mainly aimed to create awareness and obtaining survival skills in the wilderness as well as to enhance the personality of the students.

After the trip, students felt much rejuvenated and enlightened. They seemed happy to live in the lap of nature and learned many survival skills in the forest. They seemed determined to join the camp every year and also encourage their friends to do the same.

Question 3

Traffic police have launched a special drive against pollution-causing vehicles. This has led to traffic jams and crowds at important intersections. Write a report in 150-200 words to be published in the ‘HindustanTimes’. You are Nilesh / Faiza, 12, M.G. Road, Adayar, Chennai. (10 marks)

Answer:

Drive against Pollution-causing Vehicles

By Nilesh, Hindustan Times

Traffic jams are a common sight in Chennai. But these days, they are on a rise for a different reason. All because of the special drive-by traffic police against the vehicles causing pollution. Major intersections of the city have been chosen and the concerned authorities can be seen in groups stationed at these points. Each and every vehicle is being stopped and their ‘No Pollution certificates’ are being checked. A fine of INR1000/- is being charged for the lapse. This drive is a positive step in achieving a pollution-free environment but has created a lot of inconvenience for the public and the daily commuters, as it has led to traffic jams. People are stranded on the roads for hours, getting late for their workplace. Though the new drive is highly appreciated by the people, they also feel that it is important that the public should not suffer. The authorities must find an alternative way for such a check that would cause less inconvenience to the general public

Question 4

As a staff reporter of The Pioneer, Bareilly, you are asked to cover an incident of daylight robbery on the outskirts of Bareilly, while the inmates were present in the house. Write a report in 100-125 words.

Answer:

Another Incident of Daylight Robbery

by Ritika, Staff Reporter

Bareilly 12th April, 20XX: The robbers at the peripheries of Bareilly have become so bold that they ransacked a house in broad daylight, while the inmates were present in the house.

This was the fifth occurrence of such a kind in the past two weeks.

The Incident took place in Kavi Nagar Colony on 10th March, 20XX. The robbers acted as credit card dealers and gained entry into the house easily. Then they bundled the family of four, including two small children, into a room. The family couldn’t raise an alarm as they were caught off guard.

The house owner said that the robbers took away all their savings, but was somewhat relieved as no one was hurt. The police have issued an advisory and have been looking into the matter.

Question 5

Your state government has banned the use of plastic bags. You are Kailash, a reporter for The Times of India. Write a report in 100-125 words on how the ban is being ignored and what damage the indiscriminate use of plastic bags is causing to the environment.

Answer:

Environment Unfriendly Polybags

By: Kailash, Staff Reporter

The Times of India

In the year 2002 the government had banned the production and use of plastic bags in our country. But unfortunately, these are now being widely used again everywhere. Not only are we using a huge number of polybags daily but we are also discarding them in our drains uncaring about the fact that they will block the flow of drain water. Polybags are also a threat to our environment. They cause pollution, kill wildlife and are responsible for using up the natural resources of the earth. They are one of the main factors that litter the landscape. If burnt, they will infuse the surrounding air with toxic fumes.

The main problem of plastic bags is that they are non-biodegradable. The decomposition of plastic takes around a thousand years, so with the plastic rubbish produced each day it is likely that this problem will never be solved. While the government works out ways to lessen the impact of polybags on the environment each one of us too should shoulder some responsibility for this problem that ultimately harms us all.

Question 6

APS School, Itarsi, recently organized a Science Seminar on the topic: ‘Effect of pollution on quality of life’. You are Nikhil / Sarika, of Class 12th. Write a report on the event for your school magazine. (120 – 150 words)

Answer:

Science Seminar at APS School, Itarsi

By Sarika, Class XII

A seminar was organized on 3 April 2018 in APS School, Itarsi on the topic “Effect of Pollution on Quality of Life“. All the Class 12 students of APS School participated in the seminar.

The event started with a welcome speech by event organizers. Mrs. Sarita Verma, an Environmentalist was invited as a chief guest to grace the occasion. Mrs. Sarita Verma took over the stage and explained what is pollution, and what are the effects of pollution and how it is harming the quality of one’s life.

After the lunch break, the chief guest emphasized what possible measures can be taken to reduce the pollution. Her speech inspired young minds to take various initiatives and fight against pollution.

The interactive speech on the effects and prevention of pollution helped students to realize how various small steps can lead to a huge change. The informative seminar climaxed with a vote of thanks by the Class 12 Mentor.

Question 7

You are Arjun/Beena, a staff reporter of The Times of India. You have been asked to pay a visit to the site of a bus-train accident at a manned railway crossing near Ballabgarh station. Please write a report of what you have seen or experienced.

Answer:

Train accident 25 dead and 85 injured

By Arjun

Faridabad, December 22: Twenty five school children were killed and 85 injured when Gondwana Express rammed into a school bus at a manned railway crossing near Ballabgarh Station on Friday. 12 of the injured are said to be in a critical condition. 

The accident occurred around 7:50 AM when the school bus was heading towards Agra for a school trip. The gate had been closed but was opened by the gateman upon the frequent requests of the school bus driver who was in a hurry to reach the destination. Due to heavy fog neither of them saw the train coming. As the bus passed through the gate the train rammed into it. The Railways has launched an investigation and a case has been registered against the gate man and the driver.

 

The Railways has announced a compensation of 5 Lacs rupees to all the families of the dead and 1 Lac each to all the families who are seriously injured and Rupees ten thousand each for those with minor injuries. In addition Haryana Government has announced ex-gratia payment of rupees 5 Lacs to the families of the deceased and Rupees 1 Lac each for the injured as well as free medical treatment in the best hospitals.