IGNOU BPAC-114 Assignment 2026-27
Contemporary Issues and Concerns in Indian Administration
Last updated by IGNOU: 30 Jul 2026. Guide written from the official PDF on 27 Oct 2026, 04:25 am.
| Course code | BPAC-114 |
|---|---|
| Course title | Contemporary Issues and Concerns in Indian Administration |
| Programme | Bachelor of Arts (BAPAH)BAPAH, MABGS |
| School | School of Social Sciences |
| Assignment code | BPAC-114/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-114 assignment
The BPAC-114 assignment covers globalisation, oversight of public expenditure, corporate social responsibility, decentralisation and social capital. It also examines public-private partnerships, digital governance, service rights, social inclusion and ethics in Indian administration.
There are 10 compulsory questions worth 100 marks. Questions 1–2 carry 20 marks each and require about 500 words each. Questions 3–5 carry 10 marks each, while Questions 6–10 carry 6 marks each; both blocks specify about 250 words per answer. The introduction describes Assignments A, B and C, but the final question block is also labelled Assignment B in the PDF.
What the assignment asks
| Question | Marks | Topic |
|---|---|---|
| Q1 | 20 | Critically assess the challenges associated with globalisation. |
| Q2 | 20 | Discuss how constitutional bodies oversee and control national expenditure in India. |
| Q3 | 10 | Describe the significance and potential benefits of corporate social responsibility. |
| Q4 | 10 | Explain how decentralisation can help address socio-economic issues. |
| Q5 | 10 | Analyse how different theorists have contributed to the understanding of social capital. |
| Q6 | 06 | Present a brief account of public-private partnerships. |
| Q7 | 06 | Examine the difficulties involved in digital governance. |
| Q8 | 06 | Explain the Right to Service Act. |
| Q9 | 06 | Explain the meaning of social inclusion. |
| Q10 | 06 | Describe the concept of ethics. |
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 Programme Guide instructions before attempting the assignment and answer all questions in your own words.
- Keep Questions 1–2 to about 500 words each and Questions 3–10 to about 250 words each, as specified in the question blocks.
- Plan answers using the relevant course units and arrange your points in a logical order.
- Use clear, connected paragraphs; descriptive answers should include an introduction and a conclusion.
- Write the final answers neatly and underline points you want to emphasise.
- Submit all assignments within the stipulated time to the Coordinator of your Study Centre to meet term-end examination eligibility requirements.
- Obtain and retain a submission receipt, keep a photocopy if possible, and ask the Study Centre to return your evaluated assignments.
Submission dates: 31 March 2027 (June term-end exam); 30 September 2027 (December term-end exam). These are the official listing dates; the PDF gives different batch-based deadlines, and dates can differ by session.
Frequently asked questions
Which sessions does the BPAC-114 assignment cover?
It covers the July 2026 and January 2027 sessions.
What are the maximum marks and assignment weightage for BPAC-114?
The assignment totals 100 marks and contributes 30% to the course result. The PDF assigns the remaining 70% to the term-end examination.
How many questions must I answer, and what are the word limits?
All 10 questions are compulsory. Write about 500 words each for Questions 1–2 and about 250 words each for Questions 3–10, following the printed question-block instructions.
What are the BPAC-114 assignment submission deadlines?
The official 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. The listing dates take priority here; dates can differ by session.
Where should I submit the BPAC-114 assignment?
Submit it to the Coordinator of your Study Centre. Obtain a receipt and retain it; the PDF also recommends keeping a photocopy if possible.
Which programmes and languages are listed for BPAC-114?
The official listing includes BAPAH and MABGS, with English and Hindi versions available. The supplied PDF identifies its programme as Bachelor of Arts (BAPAH).
Other IGNOU BAPAH assignments
- BPAC-101: Perspectives on Public Administration
- BPAC-102: Administrative Thinkers
- BPAC-107: Comparative Public Administration
- BPAC-113: Development 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.