IGNOU BPAC-113 Assignment 2026-27
Development Administration
Last updated by IGNOU: 30 Jul 2026. Guide written from the official PDF on 27 Oct 2026, 04:25 am.
| Course code | BPAC-113 |
|---|---|
| Course title | Development Administration |
| Programme | Bachelor of Arts (BAPAH)BAPAH |
| School | School of Social Sciences |
| Assignment code | BPAC-113/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 |
About the BPAC-113 assignment
The BPAC-113 assignment covers development administration, administrative reforms in India, development management, voluntary organisations and the National Rural Health Mission. It also examines political parties, local bodies, co-operatives, JANAAGRAHA and the Finance Commission.
The assignment has three parts with 10 compulsory questions worth 100 marks overall. Part A has two 20-mark questions requiring about 500 words each. Part B has three 10-mark questions requiring about 250 words each. Part C has five 6-mark questions requiring about 100 words each. Assignments contribute 30% of the course result.
What the assignment asks
| Question | Marks | Topic |
|---|---|---|
| Q1 | 20 | Explain what development administration means and the areas it covers. |
| Q2 | 20 | Examine the meaning and importance of administrative reform and major reform initiatives in India since Independence. |
| Q3 | 10 | Present a brief account of development management. |
| Q4 | 10 | Identify the roles played by voluntary organisations. |
| Q5 | 10 | Explain the National Rural Health Mission. |
| Q6 | 6 | Explain the concept of political parties. |
| Q7 | 6 | State what local bodies are. |
| Q8 | 6 | Give a brief description of co-operatives. |
| Q9 | 6 | Provide a short account of JANAAGRAHA. |
| Q10 | 6 | Outline the functions of the Finance Commission. |
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 in the Programme Guide before preparing your answers.
- Answer all 10 questions in your own words.
- Keep each answer close to the prescribed length: 500 words in Part A, 250 words in Part B and 100 words in Part C.
- Organise answers logically, with clear links between paragraphs; give essay-type answers an introduction and conclusion.
- Write the final answers neatly and underline points you want to emphasise.
- Submit the completed assignments to the Coordinator of your Study Centre within the required time to remain eligible for the term-end examination.
- Collect and retain a submission receipt from the Study Centre, and keep a photocopy of your work if possible.
- Ask the Study Centre to return your assignments after evaluation.
Submission dates: 31 March 2027 (June term-end exam); 30 September 2027 (December term-end exam). These are the current listing dates; the PDF gives different batch-wise deadlines, so dates can differ by session.
Frequently asked questions
Which sessions does the BPAC-113 assignment cover?
It is for students enrolled in the July 2026 and January 2027 sessions.
How many questions must I answer in BPAC-113?
All 10 questions are compulsory, divided into Parts A, B and C.
What are the marks and weightage of the BPAC-113 assignment?
The assignment totals 100 marks and contributes 30% of the course result. The term-end examination contributes 70%.
What are the word limits for BPAC-113 answers?
Write about 500 words per answer in Part A, 250 words per answer in Part B and 100 words per answer in Part C.
What are the BPAC-113 assignment submission deadlines?
The current listing gives 31 March 2027 for the June term-end exam and 30 September 2027 for the December term-end exam. The PDF instead lists 30 April 2027 for July 2026 entrants and 31 October 2027 for January 2027 entrants. Use the current listing dates; dates can differ by session.
Where should I submit the BPAC-113 assignment?
Submit it to the Coordinator of your Study Centre. Obtain a receipt and retain it as proof of submission.
Other IGNOU BAPAH assignments
- BPAC-101: Perspectives on Public Administration
- BPAC-102: Administrative Thinkers
- BPAC-107: Comparative Public Administration
- BPAC-114: Contemporary Issues and Concerns in Indian Administration
- BPAC-131: Perspectives on Public Administration
- BPAC-132: Administrative Thinkers
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.