IGNOU BSOC-104 Assignment 2026-27
Sociology of India-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-104 |
|---|---|
| Course title | Sociology of India-II |
| Programme | Four-Year Undergraduate Programme, Bachelor of Arts (Major), Sociology (BASOH/BAFSO)BASOH, BAG, BAFSO |
| School | School of Social Sciences |
| Assignment code | ASST/BSOC 104/ 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-104 assignment
The BSOC-104 assignment explores the diversity of Indian society, processes of social change, nationalism and social movements. It also covers communalism, fundamentalism, education, constitutional foundations and protective discrimination.
The six-credit course has three tutor-marked assignment categories, presented as three sections with 10 questions worth 100 marks. Section I has two 20-mark answers of about 500 words each; Section II has three 10-mark answers of about 250 words each; Section III has five 6-mark answers of about 100 words each. Assignments contribute 30% to the course result.
What the assignment asks
| Question | Marks | Topic |
|---|---|---|
| Q1 | 20 | Critically assess the plural character of Indian society through unity in diversity and cultural accommodation. |
| Q2 | 20 | Discuss social change in India and the contributions of Sanskritization, Westernization and secularization. |
| Q3 | 10 | Describe the main characteristics and importance of peasant movements in India. |
| Q4 | 10 | Explain the character and defining features of Indian nationalism. |
| Q5 | 10 | Differentiate fundamentalism from communalism and examine their implications for Indian society. |
| Q6 | 06 | Write a brief account of Macaulay's Minute on Education. |
| Q7 | 06 | Outline India's constitutional foundations. |
| Q8 | 06 | Provide a short account of women's movements in India. |
| Q9 | 06 | Briefly describe working-class movements. |
| Q10 | 06 | Explain the concept of protective discrimination in brief. |
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 every question in your own words and read the assignment instructions in the Programme Guide before starting.
- Keep answers close to the section-wise limits: about 500 words in Section I, 250 words in Section II and 100 words in Section III.
- Review the relevant study units, arrange your points logically and prepare an outline before writing the final answer.
- Use an introduction and conclusion for descriptive answers, and keep the writing clear, coherent and neatly presented.
- Submit all completed assignments within the stipulated time to remain eligible for the term-end examination.
- Submit the assignment to the Coordinator of your Study Centre, obtain and retain a receipt, and keep a photocopy if possible.
- Ask the Study Centre to return your assignments after evaluation.
Submission dates: 31 March 2027 (June term-end exam); 30 September 2026 (December term-end exam). These are the current listing dates; the PDF gives different batch-wise dates, so dates can differ by session.
Frequently asked questions
Which sessions does the BSOC-104 assignment cover?
The assignment is for the July 2026 and January 2027 sessions.
What are the total marks and weightage for BSOC-104?
The assignment carries 100 marks and contributes 30% to the final course result.
How many questions must I answer, and what are the word limits?
Answer all 10 questions. The two Section I answers should be about 500 words each, the three Section II answers about 250 words each, and the five Section III answers about 100 words each.
What is the BSOC-104 assignment submission deadline?
The current listing gives 31 March 2027 for the June term-end exam and 30 September 2026 for the December term-end exam. The PDF instead lists 30 April 2027 for the July 2026 batch and 31 October 2027 for the January 2027 batch. Dates can differ by session; the current listing dates are used here.
Where should I submit the BSOC-104 assignment?
Submit it to the Coordinator of your Study Centre. Obtain a receipt and retain it; the PDF also recommends keeping a photocopy if possible.
In which languages is the BSOC-104 assignment available?
The official listing provides English and Hindi versions.
Other IGNOU BASOH assignments
- BSOC-101: Introduction to Sociology-I
- BSOC-102: Sociology of India- I
- BSOC-103: Introduction to Sociology-II
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.