IGNOU BSKG-171 Assignment 2026-27
भारतीय सौन्दर्यशास्त्र
Last updated by IGNOU: 23 Jul 2026. Guide written from the official PDF on 03 Nov 2026, 04:27 pm.
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| Course code | BSKG-171 |
|---|---|
| Course title | भारतीय सौन्दर्यशास्त्र |
| Programme | कला स्नातक ऑनर्स उपाधि कार्यक्रम (संस्कृत) (BASKH)BASKH, BAFSK |
| School | School of Humanities |
| Assignment code | BSKG-171/TMA/2026-2027 |
| Session | July 2026 and January 2027 |
| Maximum marks | 100 |
| Weightage | 30% |
| Last date (June exam) | 31 Mar 2027 |
| Last date (December exam) | 30 Sept 2026 |
| Medium | Hindi |
About the BSKG-171 assignment
This assignment covers Indian aesthetics, including the nature and scope of beauty, rasa, fine arts, poetry and vakrokti. It also explores Indian and Western aesthetic thought, aesthetic perspectives in Abhijnanashakuntalam, values in Sanskrit literature and selected aesthetic thinkers.
This tutor-marked assignment offers 11 questions, of which students must answer any 10. Each answer carries 10 marks, making a total of 100 marks. The instructions emphasise understanding the study material and presenting clear, logical responses in your own words rather than reproducing it.
What the assignment asks
| Question | Marks | Topic |
|---|---|---|
| Q1 | 10 | Describe the nature and scope of beauty in your own words. |
| Q2 | 10 | Explain the different divisions of beauty. |
| Q3 | 10 | Explain the mental states involved in experiencing rasa. |
| Q4 | 10 | Discuss the nature of rasa according to literary theory. |
| Q5 | 10 | Compare the similarities and differences between Indian and Western aesthetic philosophy. |
| Q6 | 10 | Discuss fine arts as a means of expressing beauty. |
| Q7 | 10 | Explain poetry as an expression of beauty. |
| Q8 | 10 | Explain vakrokti as an important aesthetic element in literature. |
| Q9 | 10 | Discuss the social and aesthetic perspectives presented in Abhijnanashakuntalam. |
| Q10 | 10 | Explore how beauty is reflected in the values of life found in Sanskrit literature. |
| Q11 | 10 | Explain the aesthetic thought of any one of Kuntaka, Mahimabhatta or Bhamaha. |
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 any 10 of the 11 questions.
- On the upper right of the first page, write your enrolment number, name, full address and date.
- On the left of the first page, include the course title or code, assignment code and study centre name or code.
- Read the relevant study units, prepare notes and organise your ideas logically before drafting your answers.
- Write in your own words, with a clear introduction, an organised discussion and a concluding summary for essay-style answers.
- Write the final answers neatly in your answer booklet, underline important points and check spelling, vowel marks and grammar.
- Submit the assignment before appearing in the examination; the PDF states that submission is required for permission to sit the examination.
Submission dates: 31 March 2027 (June term-end exam); 30 September 2026 (December term-end exam). Dates can differ by session.
Frequently asked questions
Which sessions does the BSKG-171 assignment cover?
It covers the July 2026 and January 2027 sessions.
How many questions must I answer in BSKG-171?
Answer any 10 of the 11 questions. Each carries 10 marks.
What are the maximum marks and weightage?
The assignment is worth 100 marks. The official listing gives it a weightage of 30%.
What are the BSKG-171 assignment submission deadlines?
The current listing gives 31 March 2027 for the June term-end exam and 30 September 2026 for the December term-end exam. Dates can differ by session: the PDF separately lists 31 March 2027 for July 2026 and 31 October 2027 for January 2027. The dates shown here follow the current listing.
In which medium is this assignment available?
The official listing provides the assignment in Hindi.
What is the BSKG-171 assignment code?
The PDF prints the assignment code as BSKG-171/TMA/2026-2027.
Other IGNOU BASKH assignments
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