IGNOU BPSE-146 Assignment 2026-27New
Conflict Resolution and Peace Building
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
Tue, 12 Jan 2027 · Evening (2:00 PM – 5:00 PM)
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Make the BPSE-146 assignment front page →| Course code | BPSE-146 |
|---|---|
| Course title | Conflict Resolution and Peace Building |
| Programme | Bachelor of Arts (Political Science) [BAFPS] and Bachelor of Arts (Honours) Political Science [BAPSH]BAPSH, BAFPS |
| School | School of Social Sciences |
| Assignment code | BPSE-146/ASST/TMA/2026-27 |
| 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, 12 Jan 2027, Evening (2:00 PM – 5:00 PM) |
About the BPSE-146 assignment
The BPSE-146 assignment covers conflict theories, types of war, peacebuilding, women and peace, and sources of conflict in South Asia.
It has three tutor-marked assignments with 10 compulsory questions worth 100 marks in total. The sections require answers of approximately 500, 250 and 100 words respectively.
What the assignment asks
| Question | Marks | Topic |
|---|---|---|
| Q1 | 20 | Define conflict and describe its life cycle, from crisis prevention through peacebuilding. |
| Q2 | 20 | Critically compare biological and socio-biological explanations of conflict with social structural theories. |
| Q3 | 10 | Explain new wars and distinguish them from traditional wars between states. |
| Q4 | 10 | Discuss the Women, Peace and Security agenda and the significance of UN Security Council Resolution 1325. |
| Q5 | 10 | Explain territorial and resource conflicts using one example of each. |
| Q6 | 6 | Describe Martin Luther King's approach to conflict resolution. |
| Q7 | 6 | Discuss the concept of positive peace. |
| Q8 | 6 | Explain the idea of a world peace system. |
| Q9 | 6 | Briefly discuss Kenneth Boulding's classification of conflict. |
| Q10 | 6 | Identify the main sources of conflict in South Asia. |
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 questions in your own words.
- Keep answers within approximately 500 words each for Assignment I, 250 words each for Assignment II and 100 words each for Assignment III.
- Give the essay-type answers in Assignment I an introduction and a conclusion.
- Submit the completed assignments to the coordinator of your allotted study centre by the applicable deadline.
- Obtain and retain a submission receipt from the study centre, and keep a photocopy of your assignments.
- Read the assignment instructions in the Programme Guide before attempting the questions.
Submission dates: 31 March 2027 (June term-end exam); 30 September 2027 (December term-end exam). Dates can differ by session.
Frequently asked questions
How many questions are in the BPSE-146 assignment?
There are 10 compulsory questions across three tutor-marked assignments.
What are the maximum marks and weightage?
The assignments total 100 marks and carry 30% weightage in the course result.
What are the word limits for BPSE-146?
The approximate limits are 500 words per answer in Assignment I, 250 in Assignment II and 100 in Assignment III.
Where should I submit the assignment?
Submit it to the coordinator of your allotted study centre and retain the receipt.
When is the assignment due?
The listing gives 31 March 2027 for the June term-end exam and 30 September 2027 for the December term-end exam. Dates can differ by session.
Is the BPSE-146 assignment available in Hindi?
The official listing gives English and Hindi as available mediums.
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- BPSC-132: Indian Government and Politics
- BPSE-141: Gandhi and Contemporary World
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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.