IGNOU BPAC-112 Assignment 2026-27
Rural Local Governance
Last updated by IGNOU: 08 Jul 2026. Guide written from the official PDF on 14 Nov 2026, 08:55 am.
December 2026 term-end exam
Thu, 17 Dec 2026 · Evening (2:00 PM – 5:00 PM)
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Make the BPAC-112 assignment front page →| Course code | BPAC-112 |
|---|---|
| Course title | Rural Local Governance |
| Programme | Bachelor of Arts (BAPAH/BAFPA)BAFPA, BAPAH |
| School | School of Social Sciences |
| Assignment code | 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) | 30 Sept 2027 |
| Medium | English, Hindi |
| Term-end exam (December 2026) | Thu, 17 Dec 2026, Evening (2:00 PM – 5:00 PM) |
About the BPAC-112 assignment
The BPAC-112 assignment covers rural service delivery, Panchayati Raj, e-governance, local development planning and relations between state and local governments.
It has three assignments with 10 questions worth 100 marks in total. Assignment A has two 20-mark questions of about 500 words each; Assignment B has three 10-mark questions of about 250 words each; and Assignment C has five 6-mark questions of about 100 words each.
What the assignment asks
| Question | Marks | Topic |
|---|---|---|
| Q1 | 20 | Discuss the difficulties involved in implementing ICT-based solutions in rural areas. |
| Q2 | 20 | Examine rural services, focusing on water supply, sanitation, health and education. |
| Q3 | 10 | Examine how Panchayati Raj Institutions contribute to service delivery. |
| Q4 | 10 | Describe major rural e-governance initiatives. |
| Q5 | 10 | Explain the implementation and monitoring of the Gram Panchayat Development Plan. |
| Q6 | 6 | Write briefly about the devolution of functions. |
| Q7 | 6 | Describe constitutional provisions for resource mobilisation and management. |
| Q8 | 6 | Discuss the rights-based approach to rural development. |
| Q9 | 6 | List the roles and responsibilities of the Gram Panchayat. |
| Q10 | 6 | Identify factors affecting relations between state and local governments. |
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 the assignment questions in your own words.
- Keep answers close to the word limit specified for each assignment.
- Organise answers logically and write them neatly; essay-type answers should have an introduction and conclusion.
- Submit the completed assignments to the coordinator of your Study Centre within the stipulated time.
- Obtain and retain a receipt from the Study Centre.
- If possible, keep a photocopy of the assignments, and ask the Study Centre to return them after evaluation.
Submission dates: 31 March 2027 (June term-end exam; July 2026 session); 30 September 2027 (December term-end exam; January 2027 session). Dates differ by session.
Frequently asked questions
What is the assignment code for BPAC-112?
The printed assignment code is ASST/TMA/July 2026 & January 2027.
How many marks and what weightage does the assignment carry?
The three assignments total 100 marks and carry 30% weightage.
How many questions are in the BPAC-112 assignment?
There are 10 questions across Assignments A, B and C.
What are the word limits for BPAC-112 answers?
The approximate limits are 500 words per answer in Assignment A, 250 in Assignment B and 100 in Assignment C.
Where should I submit the assignment?
Submit it to the coordinator of your Study Centre and retain the receipt.
Is the BPAC-112 assignment available in Hindi?
The listing shows both English and Hindi mediums. The supplied assignment PDF is in English.
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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.