IGNOU BSOC-112 Assignment 2026-27
Sociological Research Methods-I
Last updated by IGNOU: 24 Jul 2026. Guide written from the official PDF on 02 Nov 2026, 04:25 am.
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| Course code | BSOC-112 |
|---|---|
| Course title | Sociological Research Methods-I |
| Programme | Four-Year Undergraduate Programme — Bachelor of Arts (Major), Sociology (BASOH/BAFSO)BASOH, BAG, BAFSO |
| School | School of Social Sciences |
| Assignment code | ASST/BSOC 112/ 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-112 assignment
The BSOC-112 assignment covers sociological research concepts, methods and ethics. Topics include cultural capital, reflexivity, comparative and historical methods, feminist standpoint critiques, ethnomethodology, informed consent, pilot studies, qualitative research and case studies.
The booklet contains three tutor-marked assignments arranged in three sections, with 10 compulsory questions. Section I has two descriptive answers of about 500 words each; Section II has three analytical answers of about 250 words each; Section III has five short answers of about 100 words each. The stated total is 100 marks, with 30% weightage, although the individual question marks printed in the PDF do not match that total.
What the assignment asks
| Question | Marks | Topic |
|---|---|---|
| Q1 | 20 | Explain Bourdieu’s concept of cultural capital. |
| Q2 | 20 | Explain reflexivity and its significance for social science research. |
| Q3 | 30 | Discuss Radcliffe-Brown’s use of the comparative method in research. |
| Q4 | 30 | Discuss the value of the historical method for social research. |
| Q5 | 30 | Outline standpoint theorists’ main criticisms of feminist essentialism. |
| Q6 | 06 | Explain indexicality in the context of ethnomethodological research. |
| Q7 | 06 | Explain the meaning of informed consent. |
| Q8 | 06 | Define a pilot study. |
| Q9 | 06 | Identify the objectives of qualitative research. |
| Q10 | 06 | Explain the case study method. |
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 10 questions in your own words and follow the assignment instructions in the Programme Guide.
- 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.
- Read the relevant study units, organise your points logically and prepare an outline before writing.
- Give descriptive answers an introduction and conclusion, and ensure that sentences and paragraphs connect clearly.
- Write the final answers neatly and underline points you want to emphasise.
- Submit all assignments within the stipulated time to the coordinator of your study centre; timely submission is required for term-end examination eligibility.
- Obtain and retain a submission receipt, keep a photocopy if possible, and ask the study centre to return the evaluated assignments.
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 admission-batch deadlines, so dates can differ by session.
Frequently asked questions
Which sessions does the BSOC-112 assignment cover?
The assignment is for the July 2026 and January 2027 sessions. Its assignment code is ASST/BSOC 112/ 2026-27.
What are the submission deadlines for BSOC-112?
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 admission batch and 31 October 2027 for the January 2027 batch. Dates can differ by session; the current listing dates are used here.
How many questions must I answer, and what are the word limits?
All 10 questions are compulsory. 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 total marks and assignment weightage?
Both the listing and PDF state 100 total marks and 30% assignment weightage. However, the PDF prints 20 marks each for Questions 1–2, 30 marks each for Questions 3–5 and 06 marks each for Questions 6–10. These printed question marks add up to 160 rather than 100.
Where should I submit the completed 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-112 assignment available?
The official listing shows 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
- BSOC-104: Sociology of India-II
- BSOC-105: Political Sociology
- BSOC-106: Sociology of Religion
- BSOC-107: Sociology of Gender
- BSOC-108: Economic Sociology
- BSOC-109: Sociology of Kinship
- BSOC-110: Social Stratification
- BSOC-111: Sociological Thinkers I
- BSOC-113: Sociological Thinkers-II
- BSOC-114: Sociological Research Methods-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.