IGNOU BPSC-101 Assignment 2026-27New
Understanding Political Theory
Last updated by IGNOU: 06 Nov 2026. Guide written from the official PDF on 07 Nov 2026, 08:55 pm.
December 2026 term-end exam
Thu, 31 Dec 2026 · Evening (2:00 PM – 5:00 PM)
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Make the BPSC-101 assignment front page →| Course code | BPSC-101 |
|---|---|
| Course title | Understanding Political Theory |
| Programme | Bachelor of Arts (Political Science) [BAFPS] and Bachelor of Arts (Honours) Political Science [BAPSH]BAPSH, BAFPS |
| School | School of Social Sciences |
| Assignment code | BPSC-101/ASST/TMA/2026-27 |
| Session | July 2026 and January 2027 |
| Maximum marks | 100 |
| Weightage | 30% |
| Last date (June exam) | 31 Mar 2026 |
| Last date (December exam) | 30 Sept 2026 |
| Medium | English, English/Hindi, Hindi |
| Term-end exam (December 2026) | Thu, 31 Dec 2026, Evening (2:00 PM – 5:00 PM) |
About the BPSC-101 assignment
The BPSC-101 assignment covers political theory and concepts including consent, liberalism, conservatism, democracy and citizenship.
The booklet has three tutor-marked assignments with 10 questions worth 100 marks. Assignment I has two essay questions of 20 marks each; Assignment II has three questions of 10 marks each; and Assignment III has five short questions of 6 marks each. The respective approximate word limits are 500, 250 and 100 words per answer.
What the assignment asks
| Question | Marks | Topic |
|---|---|---|
| Q1 | 20 | Examine the debate over whether political theory remains relevant. |
| Q2 | 20 | Define consent and explain how it can be manipulated. |
| Q3 | 10 | Discuss the central principles of liberalism. |
| Q4 | 10 | Write a short note on historical materialism. |
| Q5 | 10 | Explain Burke’s and Oakeshott’s perspectives on conservatism. |
| Q6 | 6 | Write briefly about feminism. |
| Q7 | 6 | Write briefly about globalisation. |
| Q8 | 6 | Write briefly about procedural democracy. |
| Q9 | 6 | Write briefly about political participation. |
| Q10 | 6 | Write briefly about citizenship. |
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 instructions in the Programme Guide before starting.
- Answer all TMA questions in your own words and stay close to the word limit for each assignment.
- Include an introduction and conclusion in the essay answers for Assignment I.
- Submit all assignments on time to be eligible for the term-end examination.
- Submit the completed assignments to the coordinator of your allotted study centre.
- Obtain and retain a submission receipt, and keep a photocopy of your assignments.
- Ask the study centre to return your assignments after evaluation.
Submission dates: 31 March 2027 (June TEE; July 2026 session); 30 September 2027 (December TEE; January 2027 session). Dates differ by session.
Frequently asked questions
What is the assignment code for BPSC-101 in 2026-27?
The code is BPSC-101/ASST/TMA/2026-27.
How many marks and what weightage does the BPSC-101 assignment carry?
The three assignments total 100 marks and carry 30% weightage.
What are the word limits for the BPSC-101 assignment?
The approximate limits are 500 words per answer in Assignment I, 250 in Assignment II and 100 in Assignment III.
When should I submit the BPSC-101 assignment?
The listed deadlines are 31 March 2027 for the June term-end exam and 30 September 2027 for the December term-end exam. Dates differ by session.
Where should I submit the completed assignments?
Submit them to the coordinator of your allotted study centre and retain the receipt.
Other IGNOU BAPSH assignments
- BPSC-102: Constitutional Government and Democracy in India
- BPSC-103: Political Theory-Concepts and Debates
- BPSC-104: Political Process in India
- BPSC-105: Introduction to Comparative Government and Politics
- BPSC-109: Political Processes and Institutions in Comparative Perspective
- BPSC-132: Indian Government and Politics
- BPSE-141: Gandhi and Contemporary World
- BPSE-143: State Politics in India
- BPSE-145: Democracy and Development in Northeast India
- BPSE-146: Conflict Resolution and Peace Building
- BPSM-161: Introduction to Political Theory
- BPSM-162: Indian Government and Politics
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.