IGNOU BPSC-103 Assignment 2026-27New
Political Theory-Concepts and Debates
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
Sat, 05 Dec 2026 · Evening (2:00 PM – 5:00 PM)
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Make the BPSC-103 assignment front page →| Course code | BPSC-103 |
|---|---|
| Course title | Political Theory-Concepts and Debates |
| 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-103/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) | Sat, 05 Dec 2026, Evening (2:00 PM – 5:00 PM) |
About the BPSC-103 assignment
The BPSC-103 assignment covers concepts and debates in political theory, including liberty, justice, alienation, political obligation and tolerance.
It has three tutor-marked assignments with 10 questions worth 100 marks in total. Assignment I has two 20-mark questions of about 500 words each; Assignment II has three 10-mark questions of about 250 words each; and Assignment III has five 6-mark questions of about 100 words each.
What the assignment asks
| Question | Marks | Topic |
|---|---|---|
| Q1 | 20 | Compare the positive and negative concepts of liberty. |
| Q2 | 20 | Define alienation and distinguish it from fetishism and objectification. |
| Q3 | 10 | Explain John Rawls’ view of freedom. |
| Q4 | 10 | Discuss Nozick’s argument about egalitarian society and self-respect. |
| Q5 | 10 | Distinguish merit and entitlement from desert. |
| Q6 | 6 | Write a short note on social justice. |
| Q7 | 6 | Write a short note on climate change. |
| Q8 | 6 | Write a short note on political obligation. |
| Q9 | 6 | Write a short note on civil disobedience. |
| Q10 | 6 | Write a short note on tolerance. |
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 attempting the assignments.
- Answer all questions in your own words and stay approximately within each assignment’s word limit.
- Write Assignment I answers as essays with an introduction and conclusion.
- Submit all assignments on time to the coordinator of your allotted Study Centre to be eligible for the term-end examination.
- Obtain and retain a submission receipt from the Study Centre, and keep a photocopy of your assignments.
- Ask the Study Centre to return your assignments after evaluation.
Submission dates: 31 March 2027 (June term-end exam; July 2026 session); 30 September 2027 (December term-end exam; January 2027 session). Dates differ by session.
Frequently asked questions
How many assignments are there for BPSC-103?
There are three tutor-marked assignments, with 10 questions worth 100 marks in total.
What is the assignment weightage for BPSC-103?
The assignments carry 30% weightage in the final result.
What are the word limits for the BPSC-103 assignments?
The approximate limits are 500 words per answer in Assignment I, 250 in Assignment II and 100 in Assignment III.
When must I submit the 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.
Which mediums are available for BPSC-103?
The listing gives English, English/Hindi and Hindi as available mediums.
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- 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.