IGNOU BANC-133 Assignment 2026-27
Fundamentals of Social and Cultural Anthropology
Last updated by IGNOU: 14 Jul 2026. Guide written from the official PDF on 08 Nov 2026, 08:56 pm.
December 2026 term-end exam
Wed, 25 Nov 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-133 assignment front page →| Course code | BANC-133 |
|---|---|
| Course title | Fundamentals of Social and Cultural Anthropology |
| Programme | Bachelor of Arts General/Multidisciplinary (BAG/BAM)BAM, BAG |
| School | School of Social Sciences |
| Assignment code | BANC-133/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) | 30 Sept 2027 |
| Medium | English, Hindi |
| Term-end exam (December 2026) | Wed, 25 Nov 2026, Morning (10:00 AM – 1:00 PM) |
About the BANC-133 assignment
The BANC-133 assignment covers the development of anthropology in India, research methods, social and economic institutions, and anthropological concepts and theories.
It has three compulsory assignments worth 100 marks in total. Assignment A has two 20-mark questions of about 500 words each; B has three 10-mark short notes of about 250 words each; and C has six 5-mark answers of about 150 words each.
What the assignment asks
| Question | Marks | Topic |
|---|---|---|
| Assignment A (a) | 20 | Trace the development of anthropology in India. |
| Assignment A (b) | 20 | Explain fieldwork, surveys and experimentation as data collection methods. |
| Assignment B (a) | 10 | Discuss different forms of marriage found in societies. |
| Assignment B (b) | 10 | Write a short note on conflict theories. |
| Assignment B (c) | 10 | Examine production, consumption and exchange within economic institutions. |
| Assignment C (a) | 5 | Write briefly about lineage societies. |
| Assignment C (b) | 5 | Write briefly about literature review. |
| Assignment C (c) | 5 | Write briefly about family. |
| Assignment C (d) | 5 | Write briefly about historical particularism. |
| Assignment C (e) | 5 | Write briefly about observation. |
| Assignment C (f) | 5 | Write briefly about key symbols. |
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 all questions in your own words and handwrite the assignments.
- Keep answers approximately within the word limits for each assignment: 500 words for A, 250 for B and 150 for C.
- Include an introduction and conclusion in the essay-type answers for Assignment A.
- Write neatly, organise answers logically and underline points you wish to emphasise.
- Submit the completed assignments to the coordinator of your learner support centre within the stipulated time.
- Obtain and retain a submission receipt; keep a photocopy of the assignments if possible.
Submission dates: 31 March 2027 (June term-end exam); 30 September 2027 (December term-end exam). Dates can differ by session; the PDF lists 30 April 2027 for the July 2026 admission batch.
Frequently asked questions
What is the assignment code for BANC-133?
The printed code is BANC-133/ASST /TMA /July 2026 and January 2027.
How many marks and what weightage does the BANC-133 assignment carry?
The three assignments total 100 marks and carry 30% weightage in the course result.
Are all BANC-133 assignment questions compulsory?
Yes. All questions in Assignments A, B and C are compulsory.
What are the word limits for the three assignments?
Answers should be about 500 words each in A, 250 words each in B and 150 words each in C.
Where should I submit the BANC-133 assignment?
Submit the handwritten assignments 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 30 September 2027 for the December term-end exam. Dates can differ by session; the PDF gives 30 April 2027 for the July 2026 admission batch.
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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.