IGNOU BEGC-131 Assignment 2026-27
Individual and Society
Last updated by IGNOU: 25 Aug 2026. Guide written from the official PDF on 19 Oct 2026, 05:42 pm.
| Course code | BEGC-131 |
|---|---|
| Course title | Individual and Society |
About the BEGC-131 assignment
The BEGC-131 assignment covers all four course blocks and assesses English reading and writing skills. Its activities include comprehension, vocabulary and different forms of composition, with themes such as responsible travel, health, cultural activities and diversity.
There is one Tutor Marked Assignment worth 100 marks. All three sections are compulsory: Section A has two questions worth 20 marks, Section B has three writing tasks worth 30 marks, and Section C has three writing tasks worth 50 marks. No numerical word limits are specified in the questions.
What the assignment asks
| Question | Marks | Topic |
|---|---|---|
| Section A, Q1 | 5 × 2 = 10 | Answer five comprehension questions about the benefits and environmental effects of travel, responsible tourism and adaptability, including choosing a passage title. |
| Section A, Q2 | 5 × 2 = 10 | Match five vocabulary items from the travel passage with their definitions. |
| Section B, Q1 | 10 | Prepare a speech about everyday changes that support healthier living. |
| Section B, Q2 | 10 | Create a conversation in which two friends arrange a budget-friendly holiday. |
| Section B, Q3 | 10 | Produce a report describing a cultural celebration held at your institution or in your neighbourhood. |
| Section C, Q1 | 10 | Draft an email requesting accommodation and local travel information from a tourist information centre. |
| Section C, Q2 | 20 | Develop an essay discussing how cultural variety enriches society. |
| Section C, Q3 | 20 | Compose a personal letter offering a friend practical suggestions for rebuilding health and fitness after illness. |
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