IGNOU BANC-106 Assignment 2026-27
Human Ecology: Biological and Cultural Dimensions
Last updated by IGNOU: 13 Jul 2026. Guide written from the official PDF on 11 Nov 2026, 08:54 pm.
December 2026 term-end exam
Wed, 09 Dec 2026 · Morning (10:00 AM – 1:00 PM)
From IGNOU's official date sheet dated 30 Oct 2026. IGNOU can still revise it: check your hall ticket for the final date and your exam centre.
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Make the BANC-106 assignment front page →| Course code | BANC-106 |
|---|---|
| Course title | Human Ecology: Biological and Cultural Dimensions |
| Programme | Bachelor of Science (Honours) Anthropology (BSCANH)BSCANH, BSCFAN |
| School | School of Social Sciences |
| Assignment code | BANC 106/ASST/TMA/2026-2027 |
| 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) | Wed, 09 Dec 2026, Morning (10:00 AM – 1:00 PM) |
About the BANC-106 assignment
The BANC-106 assignment covers human ecology, adaptation, disease, population, environmental concepts and anthropological research methods.
It has three assignments totalling 100 marks. Assignment I has two 500-word questions; Assignment II has two 250-word questions and five 75-word questions. Assignment III has two practical-manual-based questions.
What the assignment asks
| Question | Marks | Topic |
|---|---|---|
| Assignment I (a) | 20 | Define human ecology and examine its connection with anthropology. |
| Assignment I (b) | 20 | Explain how ecology and disease are related. |
| Assignment II (a), 250 words | 10 | Discuss human adaptation to hot and cold environments. |
| Assignment II (b), 250 words | 10 | Discuss birth and death rates. |
| Assignment II (a), 75 words | 2 | Write a short note on pollutants. |
| Assignment II (b), 75 words | 2 | Write a short note on cultural materialism. |
| Assignment II (c), 75 words | 2 | Write a short note on peasantry. |
| Assignment II (d), 75 words | 2 | Write a short note on human ecology and climate change. |
| Assignment II (e), 75 words | 2 | Write a short note on Allen’s rule. |
| Assignment III (a) | 10 | Prepare a sample research proposal on an anthropology topic of your choice. |
| Assignment III (b) | 20 | Describe the stages of data analysis, interpretation and research report writing. |
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, using your own words.
- Write the assignments by hand and keep answers within the approximate word limits for each section.
- Include an introduction and conclusion in the essay-type answers in Assignment I.
- Organise answers logically and write the final version neatly.
- Submit the completed assignments to the Learner Support Centre coordinator within the stipulated time.
- Obtain and retain a submission receipt; keep a photocopy if possible.
- 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; the PDF lists different admission-batch deadlines.
Frequently asked questions
What is the maximum mark for the BANC-106 assignment?
The three assignments together carry 100 marks.
How much weightage does the BANC-106 assignment carry?
It carries 30% weightage in the final result.
What are the word limits for BANC-106?
Assignment I answers should be about 500 words each. Assignment II has answers of about 250 words and short notes of about 75 words.
Where should I submit the assignment?
Submit it to the Learner Support Centre coordinator and retain the receipt.
What are the BANC-106 submission dates?
The listing gives 31 March 2027 for the June term-end exam and 31 October 2027 for the December term-end exam. Dates can differ by session; the PDF lists different admission-batch deadlines.
Is the BANC-106 assignment available in Hindi?
The official listing shows both English and Hindi mediums.
Other IGNOU BSCANH assignments
- BANC-101: Introduction to Biological Anthropology
- BANC-102: Introduction to Social and Cultural Anthropology
- BANC-103: Archaeological Anthropology
- BANC-104: Human Origin and Evolution
- BANC-105: Tribes and Peasants in India
- BANC-107: Biological Diversity in Human Populations
- BANC-108: Theories of Culture and Society
- BANC-109: Human Growth and Development
- BANC-110: Research Methods
- BANC-111: Human Population Genetics
- BANC-112: Anthropology in Practice
- BANC-113: Forensic Anthropology
- BANC-114: Anthropology of India
- BANE-141: Physiological Anthropology
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.