IGNOU BHCC-121 Assignment 2026-27New
Fundamentals of Human Development
Last updated by IGNOU: 03 Nov 2026. Guide written from the official PDF on 04 Nov 2026, 04:24 pm.
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| Course code | BHCC-121 |
|---|---|
| Course title | Fundamentals of Human Development |
| Programme | B.A. Home Science (FYUP)BAFHSC |
| School | School of Continuing Education |
| Assignment code | BHCC-121/ASST/TMA |
| Session | July 2026 - January 2027 |
| Maximum marks | 100 |
| Weightage | 30% |
| Last date (June exam) | 31 Mar 2027 |
| Last date (December exam) | 30 Sept 2027 |
| Medium | English, Hindi |
About the BHCC-121 assignment
This BHCC-121 assignment covers human development from prenatal life through adulthood, including learning, language, attachment, cognition, emotional development and identity. It also explores contributions to Home Science in India, early childhood education and coping with death.
The tutor-marked assignment has two sections with seven questions each. Attempt any five questions, including at least two from each section. Each answer should be about 600 words, and each question carries 20 marks. The assignment totals 100 marks and contributes 30% to the course result.
What the assignment asks
| Question | Marks | Topic |
|---|---|---|
| Section A, Q1 | 20 | Discuss how Indian scientists and thinkers, including M.S. Swaminathan, C.V. Gopalan, S.K. Dey and Rabindranath Tagore, contributed to Home Science and community development. |
| Section A, Q2 | 20 | Compare Pavlov’s and Skinner’s conditioning theories and examine how Bandura connects behavioural and cognitive approaches through observational learning. |
| Section A, Q3 | 20 | Describe major prenatal developmental changes and explain the unborn child’s vulnerability to environmental influences. |
| Section A, Q4 | 20 | Explain newborn assessment using APGAR indicators and brain development through synaptogenesis, myelination and pruning during the first three years. |
| Section A, Q5 | 20 | Trace infant communication from early vocal sounds to single-word expressions and telegraphic speech. |
| Section A, Q6 | 20 | Explain Bowlby’s and Ainsworth’s attachment theories and examine how early attachment patterns affect socio-emotional security across life. |
| Section A, Q7 | 20 | Explain changes in children’s thinking as they move from Piaget’s pre-operational stage to concrete operations. |
| Section B, Q1 | 20 | Analyse how family structure, peers and gender socialisation shape emotional regulation and prosocial behaviour in early and late childhood. |
| Section B, Q2 | 20 | Examine Erikson’s adolescent identity stage and the roles of peers, family relationships and autonomy in identity formation. |
| Section B, Q3 | 20 | Discuss Elisabeth Kübler-Ross’s five-stage account of coping with death and dying. |
| Section B, Q4 | 20 | Explain Developmentally Appropriate Practice and its importance in early childhood care and education. |
| Section B, Q5 | 20 | Define teratogens and identify three environmental or maternal health factors that can cause congenital harm during pregnancy. |
| Section B, Q6 | 20 | Explain metacognition and changes in memory capacity during late childhood. |
| Section B, Q7 | 20 | Explain imaginary audience and personal fable in adolescence, and distinguish fluid from crystallized intelligence in adulthood. |
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
- Read the assignment instructions and Programme Guide before preparing your answers.
- Attempt five questions, choosing at least two from each section, and write about 600 words per answer.
- Use your own words and organise answers logically, with attention to introductions, conclusions and clear connections between paragraphs.
- Present answers neatly and underline points you want to emphasise.
- Submit the assignment within the prescribed deadline to remain eligible for the term-end examination.
- Send the assignment to your Study Centre Coordinator; check your Regional Centre website to see whether online submission is available.
- Obtain and retain a submission receipt, and keep a photocopy of your assignment if possible.
- Ask your Study Centre to return the assignment after evaluation.
Submission dates: 31 March 2027 (June term-end exam; July 2026 session); 30 September 2027 (December term-end exam; January 2027 session).
Frequently asked questions
How many questions must I attempt in the BHCC-121 assignment?
Attempt any five of the 14 questions, selecting at least two from Section A and at least two from Section B.
What is the word limit for each BHCC-121 answer?
Each answer should be about 600 words.
What are the marks and weightage of the BHCC-121 assignment?
The assignment is worth 100 marks, with 20 marks per question attempted. It carries 30% of the course result.
What are the submission deadlines for BHCC-121 in 2026-27?
The deadline is 31 March 2027 for the June term-end exam and 30 September 2027 for the December term-end exam. The PDF assigns these dates to the July 2026 and January 2027 admission sessions respectively.
Where should I submit the BHCC-121 assignment?
Submit it to your Study Centre Coordinator. Online submission may be available through your Regional Centre; check its website for availability.
Which language versions are available for this assignment?
The official listing provides English and Hindi versions for the July 2026 and January 2027 sessions.
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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.