IGNOU BANM-161 Assignment 2026-27
Dimensions of Physical/Biological Anthropology
Last updated by IGNOU: 13 Jul 2026. Guide written from the official PDF on 12 Nov 2026, 08:55 am.
December 2026 term-end exam
Tue, 22 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 BANM-161 assignment front page →| Course code | BANM-161 |
|---|---|
| Course title | Dimensions of Physical/Biological Anthropology |
| Programme | Four Year Undergraduate Programme (FYUP)BSCFAN |
| School | School of Social Sciences |
| Assignment code | BANM- 161/ASST/TMA/ July 2026-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, 22 Dec 2026, Morning (10:00 AM – 1:00 PM) |
About the BANM-161 assignment
The BANM-161 assignment covers biological anthropology, evolution, human variation and primates. It also asks about extinction, race and racism.
The four-credit course has two tutor-marked assignments worth 100 marks in total. Assignment I has two 20-mark answers of about 500 words each. Assignment II has three 10-mark answers of about 250 words each and six 5-mark answers of about 150 words each.
What the assignment asks
| Question | Marks | Topic |
|---|---|---|
| Q1 (a) | 20 | Define biological anthropology and discuss its applications. |
| Q1 (b) | 20 | Explain two theories of organic evolution. |
| Q2 (a) | 10 | Describe François Bernier’s racialisation of humans. |
| Q2 (b) | 10 | Write a short note on DNA-level polymorphism. |
| Q2 (c) | 10 | Discuss the mutation theory of evolution. |
| Q3 (a) | 5 | Discuss the inheritance of acquired characteristics. |
| Q3 (b) | 5 | Describe the characteristics of primates. |
| Q3 (c) | 5 | Write about extinction. |
| Q3 (d) | 5 | Write about the group identified in the assignment as Negroid. |
| Q3 (e) | 5 | Describe the morphological and anatomical features of gibbons. |
| Q3 (f) | 5 | Discuss race and racism. |
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 both assignments in your own words.
- Keep answers close to the word limit specified for each question category.
- Write essay-type answers with an introduction and a conclusion.
- Prepare and submit handwritten assignments within the stipulated time.
- Submit the completed assignment to the Learner Support Centre coordinator and retain the submission receipt.
- If possible, keep a photocopy of the submitted assignment.
Submission dates: 31 March 2027 (June term-end exam); 31 October 2027 (December term-end exam). Dates can differ by session; the PDF gives different admission-batch deadlines.
Frequently asked questions
What is the maximum mark for the BANM-161 assignment?
The two tutor-marked assignments together carry 100 marks.
How much weight does the assignment carry?
The assignment carries 30% weightage in the course evaluation.
What are the word limits for BANM-161 answers?
The limits are approximately 500 words for each Question 1 answer, 250 words for each Question 2 answer and 150 words for each Question 3 answer.
Does the assignment need to be handwritten?
Yes. The booklet requires handwritten assignments.
Where should I submit the assignment?
Submit it to the coordinator of your Learner Support Centre and keep 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 gives different deadlines by admission batch: 30 April 2027 for July 2026 and 30 September 2027 for January 2027. Dates can differ by session.
Other IGNOU BSCFAN 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-110: Research Methods
- BANM-162: Anthropology of Society and Culture
- BANM-163: Tribal Cultures of India
- BANS-183: Tourism Anthropology
- BPCC-108: Statistical Methods for Psychological Research-II
- BPCC-109: Developmental Psychology
- BPCC-110: Applied Social Psychology
- BPCM-161: Foundations of Psychology
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.