IGNOU BABG-171 Assignment 2026-27
Understanding B.R. Amedkar
Last updated by IGNOU: 18 Sept 2026. Guide written from the official PDF on 01 Nov 2026, 04:24 pm.
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| Course code | BABG-171 |
|---|---|
| Course title | Understanding B.R. Amedkar |
| Programme | Bachelor of Arts (BAG); Bachelor of Arts (Multidisciplinary) – BAMBAG, BAFSO, BAM, CLTA |
| School | School of Social Sciences |
| Assignment code | ASST /TMA /2026-27 |
| Session | July 2026 and January 2027 |
| Maximum marks | 100 |
| Weightage | 30% |
| Last date (June exam) | 31 Mar 2027 |
| Last date (December exam) | 30 Sept 2026 |
| Medium | English, Hindi |
About the BABG-171 assignment
The BABG-171 assignment explores Ambedkar’s views on caste, villages, untouchability, social justice and the economy. It also covers his ideas about an ideal society, land reforms, labour and nation-building.
The assignment has ten compulsory questions across three sections, totalling 100 marks. Section I has two 20-mark answers of about 400 words each; Section II has three 10-mark answers of about 250 words each; Section III has five 6-mark answers of about 100 words each. Assignments carry 30% of the course result.
What the assignment asks
| Question | Marks | Topic |
|---|---|---|
| Q1 | 20 | Discuss Ambedkar’s views on ending the caste system. |
| Q2 | 20 | Define a village and examine its structure and processes from Ambedkar’s perspective. |
| Q3 | 10 | Explain the different perspectives on untouchability. |
| Q4 | 10 | Examine Ambedkar’s contribution in the Constituent Assembly to advancing social justice in independent India. |
| Q5 | 10 | Explain Ambedkar’s role in financial management and his views on the rupee problem. |
| Q6 | 06 | Outline Ambedkar’s understanding of an ideal society. |
| Q7 | 06 | Explain the concepts of capitalism and state socialism. |
| Q8 | 06 | Describe Ambedkar’s ideas about land taxation and land reforms. |
| Q9 | 06 | Explain labour and labour legislation. |
| Q10 | 06 | Discuss Ambedkar’s ideas about the nation and nation-building. |
This is a summary of each question. Download the official PDF above for the exact questions and word limits.
How to write and submit it
- Read the Programme Guide instructions and relevant course units before preparing your answers.
- Answer every question in your own words.
- Keep answers close to the section-wise limits: about 400 words in Section I, 250 words in Section II and 100 words in Section III.
- Use an introduction and conclusion for descriptive answers, and organise your points logically with clear links between paragraphs.
- Write the final answers neatly and underline points you want to emphasise.
- Submit all completed assignments within the stipulated time to the coordinator of your study centre; timely submission is required for term-end examination eligibility.
- Obtain and retain a submission receipt, and keep a photocopy of your assignment if possible.
- Ask the study centre to return your evaluated assignments.
Submission dates: 31 March 2027 (June term-end exam); 30 September 2026 (December term-end exam). These are the current listing dates; the PDF gives different admission-batch deadlines, so dates can differ by session.
Frequently asked questions
Which session is the BABG-171 assignment for?
It is for the July 2026 and January 2027 sessions.
How many questions must I answer in BABG-171?
All ten questions are compulsory. They are divided into three sections with two, three and five questions respectively.
What are the marks and weightage of the BABG-171 assignment?
The assignment totals 100 marks and contributes 30% to the course result. The term-end examination contributes the remaining 70%.
What are the word limits for BABG-171 assignment answers?
Write about 400 words per answer in Section I, 250 words per answer in Section II and 100 words per answer in Section III.
What are the BABG-171 assignment submission deadlines?
The current listing gives 31 March 2027 for the June term-end exam and 30 September 2026 for the December term-end exam. The PDF lists different admission-batch dates; dates can differ by session.
Where should I submit the BABG-171 assignment?
Submit it to the coordinator of your study centre. Obtain a receipt and retain it as proof of submission.
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Assignment details and PDFs come from IGNOU's official website; the guide is a summary of the official PDF. Always check the latest instructions and last dates on ignou.ac.in or with your Regional Centre before submitting.