IGNOU BANC-103 Assignment 2026-27
Archaeological 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
Wed, 09 Dec 2026 · Evening (2:00 PM – 5:00 PM)
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Make the BANC-103 assignment front page →| Course code | BANC-103 |
|---|---|
| Course title | Archaeological Anthropology |
| Programme | Bachelor of Science (Honours) Anthropology (BSCANH)BSCANH, BSCFAN |
| School | School of Social Sciences |
| Assignment code | BANC 103/ASST/TMA/ July 26-January 27 |
| Session | July 2026 - 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) | Wed, 09 Dec 2026, Evening (2:00 PM – 5:00 PM) |
About the BANC-103 assignment
The BANC-103 assignment covers archaeological anthropology, exploration, dating methods, archaeological sites and stone-tool traditions. It also includes practical questions on tool-making techniques and tool types.
The assignment has three parts worth 100 marks in total. Assignment I has two descriptive questions; Assignment II has a choice of two longer questions and five short questions; Assignment III has three practical questions. Word limits range from about 50 to 500 words.
What the assignment asks
| Question | Marks | Topic |
|---|---|---|
| Assignment I (a) | 20 | Explain archaeological anthropology and outline its development in India. |
| Assignment I (b) | 20 | Discuss archaeological exploration and its different types. |
| Assignment II (a) | 10 | Explain dating and describe two absolute dating methods. |
| Assignment II (b) | 10 | Describe Upper Palaeolithic stone-tool types with diagrams. |
| Assignment II (c) | 10 | Discuss Lower Palaeolithic stone-tool manufacturing techniques. |
| Assignment II, short question (a) | 2 | Write briefly about an archaeological site. |
| Assignment II, short question (b) | 2 | Write briefly about Chalcolithic stone tools. |
| Assignment II, short question (c) | 2 | Write briefly about dendrochronology. |
| Assignment II, short question (d) | 2 | Write briefly about the Iron Age. |
| Assignment II, short question (e) | 2 | Write briefly about Attirampakkam. |
| Assignment III (a) | 10 | Discuss direct and indirect percussion techniques with diagrams. |
| Assignment III (b) | 10 | Discuss pebble-tool types with diagrams. |
| Assignment III (c) | 10 | Discuss Neolithic stone tools with diagrams. |
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
- Write and submit the assignments by hand, using your own words.
- Answer both Assignment I questions in about 500 words each.
- In Assignment II, answer any two of the three longer questions in about 250 words each, and all five short questions in about 50 words each.
- Answer the three Assignment III questions in about 250 words each, using diagrams where requested.
- Submit the completed assignment to the coordinator of your Learner Support Centre and keep the receipt.
- If possible, keep a photocopy of your assignment and ask for the evaluated assignment to be returned.
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 maximum mark and weightage for BANC-103?
The assignment is worth 100 marks and carries 30% weightage.
Which sessions does the BANC-103 assignment cover?
It covers July 2026 and January 2027.
Do I need to answer every longer question in Assignment II?
No. Answer any two of the three longer questions, as well as all five short questions.
Where should I submit the assignment?
Submit it to the coordinator of your Learner Support Centre and retain the receipt.
What are the listed 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 PDF gives different dates by admission batch, so dates can differ by session.
Is the assignment available in Hindi?
The official listing says the assignment is available in English and Hindi.
Other IGNOU BSCANH assignments
- BANC-101: Introduction to Biological Anthropology
- BANC-102: Introduction to Social and Cultural 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.