IGNOU BSKC-133 Assignment 2026-27
संस्कृत नाटक
Last updated by IGNOU: 06 Jul 2026. Guide written from the official PDF on 14 Nov 2026, 08:57 pm.
December 2026 term-end exam
Tue, 22 Dec 2026 · Morning (10:00 AM – 1:00 PM)
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Make the BSKC-133 assignment front page →| Course code | BSKC-133 |
|---|---|
| Course title | संस्कृत नाटक |
| Programme | BAG (Sanskrit) ProgrammeBAG, BAASK, BAM |
| School | School of Humanities |
| Assignment code | BSKC-133/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 | Hindi, Sanskrit |
| Term-end exam (December 2026) | Tue, 22 Dec 2026, Morning (10:00 AM – 1:00 PM) |
About the BSKC-133 assignment
The BSKC-133 assignment covers Sanskrit drama, including dramatic theory, terminology, Bhasa, Kalidasa and selected plays. It is a tutor-marked assignment worth 100 marks and carries 30% weightage.
It has 10 compulsory numbered questions across explanation-based, short-answer and long-answer sections. The verse explanations offer alternatives, and the final question asks for notes on three of four terms. No word limits are specified.
What the assignment asks
| Question | Marks | Topic |
|---|---|---|
| Q1 (a) | 15 | Explain one of two Sanskrit verses with reference to its context. |
| Q1 (b) | 15 | Explain one of two Sanskrit verses with reference to its context. |
| Q2 | 5 | Explain the theory that drama originated from dialogue hymns. |
| Q3 | 5 | Describe the characteristics of the Vithi dramatic form. |
| Q4 | 5 | Explain the role and characteristics of the Sutradhara. |
| Q5 | 5 | Summarise the plot of the third act of Pratimanataka. |
| Q6 | 5 | Explain the meaning of the given Sanskrit saying about the moon, Rahu and a star. |
| Q7 | 10 | Discuss Bhasa's personality, works and distinctive style. |
| Q8 | 10 | Explain the saying about Kalidasa's use of similes. |
| Q9 | 10 | Discuss the distinctive features of the fourth act of Abhijnanashakuntalam. |
| Q10 | 15 | Write notes on any three of four dramatic terms: Bharatavakya, Nepathya, Vishkambhaka and Svagata. |
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 numbered questions, following the choices provided within Q1 and Q10.
- Write your answers in your own words and present what you have understood critically.
- On the right side of the first page, write your roll number, name, full address and date.
- On the left side of the first page, give the course title, assignment number and study centre details.
- Organise answers logically, check grammar and spelling, and write them neatly in the answer booklet.
- Underline points you wish to emphasise.
- Submit the assignment before the examination; the PDF states that submission is compulsory for exam eligibility.
Submission dates: 31 March 2027 (June term-end exam); 30 September 2027 (December term-end exam). Dates can differ by session.
Frequently asked questions
What is the assignment code for BSKC-133?
The PDF gives the assignment code as BSKC-133/TMA/2026-27.
How many marks and what weightage does the assignment carry?
It is worth 100 marks and has 30% weightage.
Are all BSKC-133 assignment questions compulsory?
Yes. All numbered questions are compulsory, with choices within the verse explanations and the final notes question.
Are word limits given for the answers?
The PDF does not specify word limits.
Which mediums are available for BSKC-133?
The official listing gives Hindi and Sanskrit as the available mediums.
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.
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