IGNOU BPCE-141 Assignment 2026-27New
Positive Psychology
Last updated by IGNOU: 28 Oct 2026. Guide written from the official PDF on 30 Oct 2026, 04:25 pm.
| Course code | BPCE-141 |
|---|---|
| Course title | Positive Psychology |
| Programme | Bachelor of Arts (Honours) Psychology (BAPCH)BAPCH |
| School | School of Social Sciences (SOSS) |
| Assignment code | Asst /TMA /July 2026 – January 2027 |
| 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 BPCE-141 assignment
The BPCE-141 assignment covers mindfulness, positive parenting, stress, yoga, hope and well-being. It also asks students to discuss gratitude, emotional storytelling, psychological capital, and social and positive psychology.
There are 10 compulsory questions across three parts. Assignment One has two descriptive answers of about 500 words each, worth 20 marks each. Assignment Two has three answers of about 250 words each, worth 10 marks each. Assignment Three has five short answers of about 100 words each, worth 6 marks each. The total is 100 marks, with a 30% contribution to the course result.
What the assignment asks
| Question | Marks | Topic |
|---|---|---|
| Q1 | 20 | Discuss what mindfulness means and the interventions based on it. |
| Q2 | 20 | Discuss the meaning of positive parenting and ways to put it into practice. |
| Q3 | 10 | Discuss how stress is understood and identified, along with the General Adaptation Syndrome model. |
| Q4 | 10 | Present an account of Patanjali’s approach to yoga. |
| Q5 | 10 | Discuss Snyder’s explanation of hope and the benefits associated with hope. |
| Q6 | 6 | Write a brief account of well-being using the PERMA model. |
| Q7 | 6 | Write a short note on social psychology and positive psychology. |
| Q8 | 6 | Briefly discuss gratitude in relation to well-being. |
| Q9 | 6 | Write a short note on storytelling involving emotions. |
| Q10 | 6 | Provide a brief account of psychological capital. |
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
- Attempt every question and keep each answer close to its section’s suggested word limit.
- Write answers by hand in your own words; typed or printed answers are not permitted, and copied answers receive zero for the affected question.
- Use ruled A4 paper, leave a 4 cm left margin and space between answers, and tie the pages securely.
- Organise answers logically, give attention to introductions and conclusions, and present them neatly with suitable spacing and underlined key points.
- Attach a copy of the TMA to your completed assignment.
- Submit only to the coordinator of your allotted Study Centre; if a centre change is pending, continue using the original centre until the University notifies the change.
- Submit within the prescribed deadline to remain eligible for the term-end examination.
- Obtain and retain a submission receipt from the Study Centre, and keep a photocopy of your assignment.
Submission dates: 31 March 2027 (June term-end exam); 30 September 2027 (December term-end exam)
Frequently asked questions
What are the submission deadlines for BPCE-141 for July 2026 and January 2027?
The listed deadlines are 31 March 2027 for the June term-end exam and 30 September 2027 for the December term-end exam. The PDF links these dates to the July 2026 and January 2027 sessions respectively.
How many questions must I answer in the BPCE-141 assignment?
All 10 questions are compulsory: two descriptive questions, three middle-category questions and five short-category questions.
What are the word limits for BPCE-141?
Write about 500 words per answer in Assignment One, 250 words per answer in Assignment Two and 100 words per answer in Assignment Three.
What are the total marks and assignment weightage?
The assignment carries 100 marks and contributes 30% to the final course result. The three parts carry 40, 30 and 30 marks respectively.
Can I submit typed answers, and where should I submit?
No. The PDF requires answers in your own handwriting. Submit the completed work to the coordinator of your allotted Study Centre and retain the receipt.
Which language versions are available for BPCE-141?
The official listing provides English and Hindi versions.
Other IGNOU BAPCH assignments
- BPCC-101: Introduction to Psychology
- BPCC-103: Psychology of Individual Differences
- BPCC-106: Development of Psychological Thought
- BPCC-108: Statistical Methods for Psychological Research-II
- BPCC-109: Developmental Psychology
- BPCC-110: Applied Social Psychology
- BPCC-114: Counselling Psychology
- BPCE-142: Forensic Psychology
- BPCE-145: Counselling Psychology
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.