IGNOU BANC-110 Assignment 2026-27
Research Methods
Last updated by IGNOU: 13 Jul 2026. Guide written from the official PDF on 11 Nov 2026, 08:56 pm.
December 2026 term-end exam
Tue, 15 Dec 2026 · Morning (10:00 AM – 1:00 PM)
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Make the BANC-110 assignment front page →| Course code | BANC-110 |
|---|---|
| Course title | Research Methods |
| Programme | Bachelor of Science (Honours/Major) Anthropology (BSCANH/BSCFAN)BSCANH, BSCFAN |
| School | School of Social Sciences |
| Assignment code | BANC 110/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, 15 Dec 2026, Morning (10:00 AM – 1:00 PM) |
About the BANC-110 assignment
The BANC-110 assignment covers scientific methods, research ethics, anthropological approaches, statistics and research reporting. It also asks students to apply research methods through practical tasks.
The assignment has three sections worth 100 marks in total. Assignment I has two essay questions; Assignment II has two short notes and five brief answers; Assignment III has three practical questions. All questions are compulsory.
What the assignment asks
| Question | Marks | Topic |
|---|---|---|
| Assignment I (a) | 20 | Discuss the scientific method and distinguish science from common sense. |
| Assignment I (b) | 20 | Explain the importance of informed consent and confidentiality in anthropological research. |
| Assignment II, short note (a) | 10 | Write about armchair anthropology and criticisms of it. |
| Assignment II, short note (b) | 10 | Describe the use of statistics in anthropological research. |
| Assignment II, brief answer (a) | 2 | Explain laws in scientific research. |
| Assignment II, brief answer (b) | 2 | Describe emic and etic approaches. |
| Assignment II, brief answer (c) | 2 | Explain rapport building in research. |
| Assignment II, brief answer (d) | 2 | Discuss deception in research. |
| Assignment II, brief answer (e) | 2 | Describe visual displays used in research reports. |
| Assignment III (a) | 20 | Describe the steps involved in research design. |
| Assignment III (b) | 5 | Prepare five interview-guide questions about respondents’ social and cultural experiences. |
| Assignment III (c) | 5 | Identify five considerations when analysing quantitative data. |
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 sections in your own words.
- Handwrite the assignments and submit them within the stipulated time.
- Write approximately 500 words for each Assignment I answer, 250 words for each short note and 75 words for each brief answer in Assignment II.
- Include an introduction and conclusion in the essay-type answers.
- Submit the completed assignment to the coordinator of your learner support centre.
- Obtain and retain a submission receipt; keep a photocopy of the assignment if possible.
- Ask the learner support centre to return the assignment 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 total mark and weightage for BANC-110?
The assignment carries 100 marks and has a 30% weightage in the course result.
How many sections are in the BANC-110 assignment?
There are three sections, and all questions must be answered.
What are the word limits for BANC-110?
Assignment I answers are about 500 words each. Assignment II short notes are about 250 words each, and its brief answers are about 75 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. Dates can differ by session; the PDF lists different deadlines by admission batch.
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-109: Human Growth and Development
- 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.