to observe the rules in letter and spirit

[lalda222]

dear sir, please explain it . 1. to observe the rules in letter and spirit 2. take exam and give exam[ if i am wrong correct it]. 3 . the end thing.


thanks

[Clare James]

If you observe the rules only in letter, it means that you do exactly what is written as a rule, but maybe you are still not being completely honest and scrupulous.

If you observe the spirit of the rule or law, then you are being completely honest about it.


A student can sit an exam, do an exam or take an exam - the meaning is the same.
A teacher gives an exam to his/her students.

I'm not sure what you mean by 'the end thing' - what was the context?