The document is a letter from a student, John Carter, to the principal of ABC School in Ranchi, requesting the waiving of a fine for absence due to flooding on June 28, 2015. He explains that the heavy rains caused poor road conditions and disrupted communication, preventing him from notifying the school. John appeals to the principal's kindness in excusing the fine of fifty rupees.

1. A letter tothe school Headmaster/Principal requesting himtoexcuse your
absence fine
The Principal
ABC School
Ranchi
July 2, 2015
Subject-to excuse the absence fine
Respected Sir
Most humbly and respectfully I beg to state that I could not attend my classes on June28,
2015 due to incessant heavy rains creating a flood-likesituation in my locality.
With the roads submerged in water and poor network connectivity,I couldnot inform the
school authorities about my absence for whichI have been fined fifty rupees.
I request you to excuse my absence fine considering the circumstances. I shall be highly
obliged to youfor this act of kindness.
Yours obediently
John Carter
Class-IX
Roll Number-16