IGNOU BEGM-162 Assignment 2026-27
Understanding Drama
Last updated by IGNOU: 14 Jul 2026. Guide written from the official PDF on 09 Nov 2026, 08:54 pm.
December 2026 term-end exam
Thu, 24 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 BEGM-162 assignment front page →| Course code | BEGM-162 |
|---|---|
| Course title | Understanding Drama |
| Programme | BA English Major FYUP Programme (BAFEG)BAFEG |
| School | School of Humanities |
| 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 |
| Term-end exam (December 2026) | Thu, 24 Dec 2026, Morning (10:00 AM – 1:00 PM) |
About the BEGM-162 assignment
This tutor-marked assignment covers blocks 1 to 4 of Understanding Drama. It asks students to apply their understanding of dramatic forms, theatre history, characters and themes.
The assignment has two sections and carries 100 marks. Section A asks for five short notes of about 100 words each and prints 4×5=20 marks. Section B has four questions worth 20 marks each.
What the assignment asks
| Question | Marks | Topic |
|---|---|---|
| Section A, Q1 | 4×5=20 | Write short notes on history plays, epic theatre, theatre of the absurd, farce and comedy of humour. |
| Section B (a) | 20 | Trace the development of American drama from the seventeenth to the nineteenth century. |
| Section B (b) | 20 | Examine how Larry’s letter leads Keller to recognise his guilt. |
| Section B (c) | 20 | Critically examine the portrayal of Savitri in Halfway House. |
| Section B (d) | 20 | Discuss the concept of time in The Trial of Dedan Kimathi. |
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 the assignment by hand, using your own words and simple, correct English.
- Keep answers within the word limits stated in the questions and write neatly and clearly.
- Include your enrolment number, name, full address and date at the top right of the first page.
- Put the course title, assignment number and study centre name in the centre of the first page.
- Use foolscap-size paper, tag the pages together and give the relevant question number with each answer.
- Submit the assignment before taking the term-end examination; keep a copy and collect a receipt from your study centre.
Submission dates: 31 March 2027 (June term-end examination); 30 September 2027 (December term-end examination). Dates can differ by session.
Frequently asked questions
Which sessions does the BEGM-162 assignment cover?
It is for the July 2026 and January 2027 sessions.
How many marks and what weightage does the assignment carry?
The assignment carries 100 marks, and the official listing gives its weightage as 30%.
What is the word limit for the short notes?
Section A asks for about 100 words for each short note.
Is the assignment available in English?
Yes. The official listing gives English as the available medium.
When is the assignment due?
The listed dates are 31 March 2027 for the June term-end examination and 30 September 2027 for the December term-end examination. Dates can differ by session.
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- BEGC-107: British Poetry and Drama - 17th & 18th Century
- BEGC-108: British Literature: 18th Century
- BEGC-112: British Literature: Early Twentieth Century
- BEGM-161: Understanding Poetry
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- BHIM-163: History of India From 1707-1950
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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.