IGNOU BANC-109 Assignment 2026-27
Human Growth and Development
Last updated by IGNOU: 13 Jul 2026. Guide written from the official PDF on 11 Nov 2026, 08:55 pm.
December 2026 term-end exam
Tue, 08 Dec 2026 · Morning (10:00 AM – 1:00 PM)
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Make the BANC-109 assignment front page →| Course code | BANC-109 |
|---|---|
| Course title | Human Growth and Development |
| Programme | Bachelor of Science (Honours/Major) Anthropology (BSCANH/BSCFAN)BSCANH, BSCFAN |
| School | School of Social Sciences |
| Assignment code | BANC 109/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) | Tue, 08 Dec 2026, Morning (10:00 AM – 1:00 PM) |
About the BANC-109 assignment
The BANC-109 assignment covers human growth patterns, body composition, nutritional assessment and adaptation. It also includes practical questions on growth measurement and obesity assessment.
The assignment has three sections worth 100 marks. Assignment I has two 500-word answers; Assignment II requires two 250-word and two 150-word answers; Assignment III has three 250-word answers.
What the assignment asks
| Question | Marks | Topic |
|---|---|---|
| Assignment I (a) | 20 | Explain the distinctive patterns of human growth. |
| Assignment I (b) | 20 | Discuss body composition and its importance in anthropology. |
| Assignment II, 250-word questions (i) | 10 | Write a short note on secular trends. |
| Assignment II, 250-word questions (ii) | 10 | Write a short note on adaptation to heat stress. |
| Assignment II, 250-word questions (iii) | 10 | Write a short note on the dietary intake method of nutritional assessment. |
| Assignment II, 150-word questions (a) | 5 | Write a short note on canalisation. |
| Assignment II, 150-word questions (b) | 5 | Write a short note on Bergmann’s Rule. |
| Assignment II, 150-word questions (c) | 5 | Write a short note on kwashiorkor. |
| Assignment III (a) | 10 | Discuss two somatometric measurements used to assess growth. |
| Assignment III (b) | 10 | Explain how percentiles and Z-scores are used to assess growth status. |
| Assignment III (c) | 10 | Describe BMI and waist-hip ratio as measures used in obesity assessment. |
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 assignment answers by hand and in your own words.
- Answer questions from all three assignments. In Assignment II, choose two questions from each set of three.
- Keep answers close to the word limits: 500 words for Assignment I, 250 and 150 words for the respective Assignment II sets, and 250 words for Assignment III.
- Include an introduction and conclusion in the essay-type answers for Assignment I.
- Submit the completed assignments to the coordinator of your learner support centre within the stipulated time.
- Obtain and retain a submission receipt. If possible, keep a photocopy of your assignments.
Submission dates: 31 March 2027 (June term-end exam); 31 October 2027 (December term-end exam). The PDF gives different deadlines by admission batch, so dates can differ by session.
Frequently asked questions
What is the BANC-109 assignment worth?
The three assignments total 100 marks and carry 30% weightage in the course result.
How many questions must I answer?
Answer two questions in Assignment I, four in Assignment II and three in Assignment III.
What are the word limits for BANC-109?
Assignment I answers are about 500 words each. Assignment II has answers of about 250 and 150 words, while 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 dates?
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.
Which mediums are listed for BANC-109?
The official listing gives English and Hindi.
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-106: Human Ecology: Biological and Cultural Dimensions
- BANC-107: Biological Diversity in Human Populations
- BANC-108: Theories of Culture and Society
- 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.