IGNOU BANC-105 Assignment 2026-27
Tribes and Peasants in India
Last updated by IGNOU: 13 Jul 2026. Guide written from the official PDF on 11 Nov 2026, 08:57 am.
December 2026 term-end exam
Sat, 05 Dec 2026 · Morning (10:00 AM – 1:00 PM)
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Make the BANC-105 assignment front page →| Course code | BANC-105 |
|---|---|
| Course title | Tribes and Peasants in India |
| Programme | Bachelor of Science (Honours/Major) Anthropology (BSCANH/BSCFAN)BSCANH, BSCFAN |
| School | School of Social Sciences |
| Assignment code | BANC 105/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, 05 Dec 2026, Morning (10:00 AM – 1:00 PM) |
About the BANC-105 assignment
The BANC-105 assignment covers tribes and peasants in India, including tribal distribution, movements, forest policy, village economies and migration. It also includes a fieldwork-based project on the Polavaram area.
There are three assignments worth 100 marks in total. Assignment I has two 500-word answers; Assignment II has two 250-word notes and five 75-word answers. Assignment III has two practical questions. All questions must be answered.
What the assignment asks
| Question | Marks | Topic |
|---|---|---|
| Assignment I (a) | 20 | Describe the population profile and geographical distribution of tribes in India. |
| Assignment I (b) | 20 | Examine ethno-political movements in India. |
| Assignment II, short note (a) | 10 | Discuss Indian forest policy after Independence and its effects on tribes. |
| Assignment II, short note (b) | 10 | Discuss how the market economy affects villages. |
| Assignment II, brief answer (a) | 2 | Write briefly about tribal administration after Independence. |
| Assignment II, brief answer (b) | 2 | Write briefly about debt bondage. |
| Assignment II, brief answer (c) | 2 | Write briefly about the Mallannsagar Project in Telangana. |
| Assignment II, brief answer (d) | 2 | Write briefly about migration. |
| Assignment II, brief answer (e) | 2 | Write briefly about the Tebhaga movement. |
| Assignment III (a) | 20 | Define fieldwork and propose a study among a tribal population near the Polavaram project, including its focus, research questions and data-collection methods. |
| Assignment III (b) | 10 | Discuss report writing and referencing style for the Polavaram project. |
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 assignments.
- Write the assignments by hand and use your own words.
- Keep Assignment I answers to about 500 words each; use about 250 words for the two longer notes and 75 words for the five brief answers in Assignment II.
- Give essay-type answers an introduction and conclusion, and organise answers clearly and logically.
- Submit the completed assignments to the coordinator at your Learner Support Centre within the applicable deadline.
- Obtain and retain a submission receipt; if possible, keep a photocopy of your assignments.
- Ask the Learner Support Centre to return your assignments 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
How many marks is the BANC-105 assignment worth?
The three assignments total 100 marks and carry 30% weightage.
What are the word limits for BANC-105?
Assignment I asks for about 500 words per answer. Assignment II asks for about 250 words per longer note and 75 words per brief answer.
Are all BANC-105 questions compulsory?
Yes. The PDF asks students to answer every question in all three assignments.
Where should I submit the assignment?
Submit it to the coordinator at 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: 30 April 2027 for July 2026 and 30 September 2027 for January 2027. Dates can differ by session.
Which languages are available for BANC-105?
The official listing gives English and Hindi as the available mediums.
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- BANC-102: Introduction to Social and Cultural Anthropology
- BANC-103: Archaeological Anthropology
- BANC-104: Human Origin and Evolution
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.