IGNOU BSOC-103 Assignment 2026-27
Introduction to Sociology-II
Last updated by IGNOU: 24 Jul 2026. Guide written from the official PDF on 01 Nov 2026, 04:25 pm.
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| Course code | BSOC-103 |
|---|---|
| Course title | Introduction to Sociology-II |
| Programme | Four-Year Undergraduate Programme, Bachelor of Arts (Major), Sociology (BASOH/BAFSO)BASOH, BAG, BAFSO |
| School | School of Social Sciences |
| Assignment code | 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 2026 |
| Medium | English, Hindi |
About the BSOC-103 assignment
The BSOC-103 assignment covers sociological approaches and concepts, including Weber’s interpretive approach, liberal feminism, Mead’s symbolic interactionism, and Marx’s views on capitalism and conflict. It also examines religion and science, alienation, social transformation, phenomenology, structuralism and division of labour.
The booklet describes three tutor-marked assignments for this six-credit course, presented in three sections with 10 questions worth 100 marks. Section I has two 20-mark questions requiring about 500 words each; Section II has three 10-mark questions requiring about 250 words each; Section III has five 6-mark questions requiring about 100 words each.
What the assignment asks
| Question | Marks | Topic |
|---|---|---|
| Q1 | 20 | Explain how Max Weber’s interpretive approach understands social life. |
| Q2 | 20 | Describe liberal feminism and examine its approach. |
| Q3 | 10 | Discuss George Herbert Mead’s perspective on symbolic interactionism. |
| Q4 | 10 | Identify the differences between religion and science. |
| Q5 | 10 | Explain how Karl Marx relates capitalism to conflict. |
| Q6 | 6 | Give a brief account of the concept of alienation. |
| Q7 | 6 | State the meaning of social transformation. |
| Q8 | 6 | Outline the meaning of phenomenology. |
| Q9 | 6 | Briefly explain the concept of structuralism. |
| Q10 | 6 | Describe what division of labour means. |
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 Programme Guide instructions and the relevant course units before preparing your answers.
- Answer every question in your own words, keeping to the approximate word limit specified for its section.
- Organise essay-style answers logically, with an introduction and conclusion and clear links between paragraphs.
- Write the final answers neatly and underline points you want to emphasise.
- Submit all completed assignments within the prescribed time to the coordinator of your study centre to meet the assignment requirement for term-end examination eligibility.
- Obtain and retain a submission receipt from the study centre; keep a photocopy of your work if possible.
- Ask the study centre to return your evaluated assignments.
Submission dates: 31 March 2027 (June term-end examination); 30 September 2026 (December term-end examination). These are the current listing dates; dates can differ by session, and the PDF gives different admission-batch deadlines.
Frequently asked questions
Which sessions does the BSOC-103 assignment cover?
It covers the July 2026 and January 2027 sessions.
What are the total marks and weightage for BSOC-103?
The assignment carries 100 marks and contributes 30% to the course result.
How many questions must I answer, and what are the word limits?
All 10 questions must be answered. Write about 500 words each for Questions 1–2, 250 words each for Questions 3–5, and 100 words each for Questions 6–10.
What are the BSOC-103 assignment submission deadlines?
The current listing gives 31 March 2027 for the June term-end examination and 30 September 2026 for the December term-end examination. Dates can differ by session: the PDF instead lists 30 April 2027 for the July 2026 admission batch and 31 October 2027 for the January 2027 batch.
Where should I submit the completed assignment?
Submit it to the coordinator of your study centre. Obtain a receipt and retain it as proof of submission.
In which languages is the BSOC-103 assignment available?
The official listing provides English and Hindi versions.
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