IGNOU BANC-102 Assignment 2026-27
Introduction to Social and Cultural Anthropology
Last updated by IGNOU: 13 Jul 2026. Guide written from the official PDF on 11 Nov 2026, 08:56 am.
December 2026 term-end exam
Thu, 17 Dec 2026 · Evening (2:00 PM – 5:00 PM)
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Make the BANC-102 assignment front page →| Course code | BANC-102 |
|---|---|
| Course title | Introduction to Social and Cultural Anthropology |
| Programme | Bachelor of Science (Honours/Major) Anthropology (BSCANH/BSCFAN)BSCANH, BSCFAN |
| School | School of Social Sciences |
| Assignment code | BANC 102/ASST/TMA/July 2026 and January 2027 |
| Session | July 2026 and January 2027 |
| Maximum marks | 100 |
| Weightage | 30% |
| Last date (June exam) | 31 Mar 2027 |
| Last date (December exam) | 31 Oct 2027 |
| Medium | English, Hindi |
| Term-end exam (December 2026) | Thu, 17 Dec 2026, Evening (2:00 PM – 5:00 PM) |
About the BANC-102 assignment
This assignment covers the scope of social and cultural anthropology, fieldwork, schools of thought, political institutions and key concepts. It also asks students to plan a village-life study and consider fieldwork methods.
The assignment has three sections worth 100 marks in total. Answers are generally set at about 500, 250 or 75 words, depending on the section. All questions are compulsory. Assignment II lists five 75-word prompts under a printed allocation of 2×5=10.
What the assignment asks
| Question | Marks | Topic |
|---|---|---|
| Assignment I (a) | — | Explain the scope and significance of social and cultural anthropology. |
| Assignment I (b) | — | Illustrate the stages of conducting fieldwork. |
| Assignment II, 250-word (a) | — | Discuss the culture and personality school of thought. |
| Assignment II, 250-word (b) | — | Summarise bands, lineage societies and chiefdoms as political institutions. |
| Assignment II, 75-word (a) | — | Explain the concept of culture. |
| Assignment II, 75-word (b) | — | Describe the relationship between anthropology and sociology. |
| Assignment II, 75-word (c) | — | Explain the interpretative approach. |
| Assignment II, 75-word (d) | — | Explain the concept of tribes. |
| Assignment II, 75-word (e) | — | Write briefly about Ruth Benedict. |
| Assignment III (a) | 20 | Select a village-life topic and outline a study synopsis covering its significance, unit of study and research methods, tools and techniques. |
| Assignment III (b) | 2×5=10 | Write short notes on rapport building and the survey method. |
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
- Answer every question in all three sections, using your own words.
- Keep answers close to the word limits specified for each category: about 500, 250 or 75 words, as applicable.
- Include an introduction and conclusion in the essay-type answers.
- Write the assignment by hand and submit it within the stipulated time to the coordinator of your Learner Support Centre.
- Obtain and retain the submission receipt; keep a photocopy of the assignment if possible.
- Ask the Learner Support Centre to return the assignment after evaluation.
Submission dates: 31 March 2027 (June term-end exam); 31 October 2027 (December term-end exam). Dates can differ by session.
Frequently asked questions
What is the assignment code for BANC-102?
The printed code is BANC 102/ASST/TMA/July 2026 and January 2027.
How many marks and what weightage does the assignment carry?
The three sections total 100 marks and carry 30% weightage in the course result.
What are the word limits for BANC-102?
Assignment I asks for about 500 words per answer. Assignment II has prompts of about 250 and 75 words each. Assignment III specifies about 250 words for its short notes.
Where should I submit the assignment?
Submit the handwritten assignment to the coordinator of your Learner Support Centre and obtain a receipt.
What are the submission deadlines?
The current listing gives 31 March 2027 for the June term-end exam and 31 October 2027 for the December term-end exam. The booklet instead lists 30 April 2027 for the July 2026 admission batch and 30 September 2027 for the January 2027 batch. Dates can differ by session.
Which languages are available for the assignment?
The listing shows English and Hindi as available mediums.
Other IGNOU BSCANH assignments
- BANC-101: Introduction to Biological Anthropology
- BANC-103: Archaeological Anthropology
- BANC-104: Human Origin and Evolution
- BANC-105: Tribes and Peasants in India
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.