Exemption Techniques 2021

Section 1: The Art of Properly Filling Out Form 27-B/12

Step 1: Ensure your pen is not leaking ink onto your application form

Step 2: Double-check that you've signed the form in Section 7, subsection B

Step 3: Don't bother attempting to fold the form in half, just staple it shut

Section 2: The Fine Art of Properly Arguing with Bureaucratic Officials

Rule 1: Always use the phrase "I was misinformed" when questioned

Rule 2: Never, ever, admit to making a mistake

Rule 3: When in doubt, appeal to the highest authority (i.e. the coffee machine)

Section 3: The Ancient Art of Properly Bribing Bureaucratic Officials

Rule 1: Always offer the highest denomination of intergalactic currency

Rule 2: Only bribe officials who have not yet reached retirement age

Rule 3: When in doubt, offer a free lunch