IGNOU BPAC-134 Assignment 2026-27
Administrative System at State and District Levels
Last updated by IGNOU: 08 Jul 2026. Guide written from the official PDF on 14 Nov 2026, 08:54 am.
December 2026 term-end exam
Tue, 29 Dec 2026 · Morning (10:00 AM – 1:00 PM)
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Make the BPAC-134 assignment front page →| Course code | BPAC-134 |
|---|---|
| Course title | Administrative System at State and District Levels |
| Programme | Bachelor of Arts (BAG)BAG, BAM, BAAPS |
| 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) | Tue, 29 Dec 2026, Morning (10:00 AM – 1:00 PM) |
About the BPAC-134 assignment
The BPAC-134 assignment covers state and district administration, including the State Secretariat, Centre-state relations, administrative oversight and the District Collector.
The booklet contains three tutor-marked assignments 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 | Examine the Chief Secretary’s importance in the State Secretariat. |
| Q2 | 20 | Describe administrative relations between the Centre and the states in India. |
| Q3 | 10 | Analyse how the Secretariat and Executive Departments relate to each other. |
| Q4 | 10 | Discuss the State Finance Commission’s powers and functions. |
| Q5 | 10 | Explain the different forms of judicial control over administration. |
| Q6 | 6 | Outline the functions of the State Election Commission. |
| Q7 | 6 | Analyse the role of the Lokayukta. |
| Q8 | 6 | Explain the meanings of habeas corpus and mandamus. |
| Q9 | 6 | Describe how the State Civil Service is classified. |
| Q10 | 6 | List the major functions of the District Collector. |
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 tutor-marked assignment questions in your own words.
- Keep answers to approximately 500 words each in Assignment A, 250 words each in Assignment B and 100 words each in Assignment C.
- Include an introduction and conclusion in the descriptive answers for Assignment A.
- Write the final answers neatly and underline points you want to emphasise.
- Submit the completed assignments to the Study Centre Coordinator within the stipulated time.
- Obtain and retain a receipt from the Study Centre; keep a photocopy of the assignments if possible.
Submission dates: 31 March 2027 (June TEE); 30 September 2027 (December TEE)
Frequently asked questions
What is the assignment code for BPAC-134?
The printed assignment code is ASST /TMA / July 2026 & January 2027.
How many marks and what weightage does the BPAC-134 assignment carry?
The three assignments total 100 marks and carry 30% weightage.
How many questions are in the BPAC-134 assignment?
There are 10 questions across Assignments A, B and C.
What are the word limits for BPAC-134?
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.
What are the submission deadlines?
The listing gives 31 March 2027 for the June term-end exam and 30 September 2027 for the December term-end exam. Dates differ by session.
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