IGNOU BANC-104 Assignment 2026-27
Human Origin and Evolution
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
Sat, 02 Jan 2027 · Morning (10:00 AM – 1:00 PM)
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Make the BANC-104 assignment front page →| Course code | BANC-104 |
|---|---|
| Course title | Human Origin and Evolution |
| Programme | Bachelor of Science (Honours/Major) Anthropology (BSCANH/BSCFAN)BSCANH, BSCFAN |
| School | School of Social Sciences |
| Assignment code | BANC 104/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) | Sat, 02 Jan 2027, Morning (10:00 AM – 1:00 PM) |
About the BANC-104 assignment
The BANC-104 assignment covers palaeoanthropology, human evolution and practical methods for measuring bones and the skull.
It has three sections totalling 100 marks. Assignment I requires two essay answers; Assignment II combines two medium answers with a choice of two short answers; Assignment III has three practical-based questions. Approximate limits range from 150 to 500 words.
What the assignment asks
| Question | Marks | Topic |
|---|---|---|
| Assignment I (a) | 20 | Discuss the scope of palaeoanthropology. |
| Assignment I (b) | 20 | Explain dating methods used in palaeoanthropology. |
| Assignment I (c) | 20 | Describe Miocene hominoids and their importance in evolution. |
| Assignment II (a) | 10 | Describe Homo habilis. |
| Assignment II (b) | 10 | Discuss Homo erectus. |
| Assignment II (i) | 5 | Explain the hominisation process. |
| Assignment II (ii) | 5 | Describe Australopithecus afarensis. |
| Assignment II (iii) | 5 | Describe archaic Homo sapiens. |
| Assignment II (iv) | 5 | Discuss the origin of modern humans. |
| Assignment III (a) | 10 | Define craniometry and describe three cranial landmarks used in measurement. |
| Assignment III (b) | 10 | Explain the cranial index, including how it is calculated and why it matters. |
| Assignment III (c) | 10 | Describe osteometric measurements for any two long bones. |
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 all answers by hand and in your own words.
- Answer questions from all three sections, following the choices given in Assignments I and II.
- Keep answers close to the stated limits: about 500 words for Assignment I, 250 or 150 words as specified in Assignment II, and 250 words for Assignment III.
- Include an introduction and conclusion in the essay-type answers.
- Submit the assignments to the coordinator of your Learner Support Centre within the stipulated time.
- Obtain and keep the submission receipt; if possible, retain a photocopy of the assignments.
Submission dates: 31 March 2027 (June term-end exam); 31 October 2027 (December term-end exam). Dates can differ by session; the PDF lists different dates by admission batch.
Frequently asked questions
What is the BANC-104 assignment worth?
It carries 100 marks and has a 30% weightage in the course result.
How many questions must I answer?
Answer two questions in Assignment I, both medium-length questions and two short questions in Assignment II, and all three questions in Assignment III.
What are the word limits?
Assignment I answers are about 500 words each. Assignment II answers are about 250 or 150 words as specified, and Assignment III answers are about 250 words each.
Where should I submit the assignment?
Submit it to the coordinator of your Learner Support Centre and retain the 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 PDF lists different dates by admission batch, so dates can differ by session.
Is the assignment available in Hindi?
The official listing gives English and Hindi as available mediums.
Other IGNOU BSCANH assignments
- BANC-101: Introduction to Biological Anthropology
- BANC-102: Introduction to Social and Cultural Anthropology
- BANC-103: Archaeological Anthropology
- 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.