IGNOU BSOC-131 Assignment 2026-27
Introduction to Sociology
Last updated by IGNOU: 24 Jul 2026. Guide written from the official PDF on 02 Nov 2026, 04:23 pm.
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| Course code | BSOC-131 |
|---|---|
| Course title | Introduction to Sociology |
| Programme | Bachelor of Arts (BAG); Bachelor of Arts (Multidisciplinary) – BAMBAG, BAAPS, BAM |
| 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-131 assignment
The BSOC-131 assignment covers basic sociological concepts, including culture, social institutions, roles, status, social control and socialization. It also explores functionalism and the relationship between sociology and political science.
The booklet contains three Tutor Marked Assignments arranged in three sections, with 10 compulsory questions worth 100 marks overall. Section I has two 20-mark answers of about 400 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 carry 30% of the course result.
What the assignment asks
| Question | Marks | Topic |
|---|---|---|
| Q1 | 20 | Discuss the elements that make up culture. |
| Q2 | 20 | Compare sociology and political science by examining their similarities and differences. |
| Q3 | 10 | Explain different perspectives on social institutions. |
| Q4 | 10 | Compare social roles in simple societies with those in complex societies. |
| Q5 | 10 | Describe the underlying premises of functionalism. |
| Q6 | 6 | Explain the sociological concept of status. |
| Q7 | 6 | Explain what informal social control means. |
| Q8 | 6 | Explain the concepts of culture trait and culture complex. |
| Q9 | 6 | Distinguish between ascribed status and achieved status. |
| Q10 | 6 | Explain the concept of socialization. |
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 all three sections using your own words.
- Keep answers close to the section limits: about 400 words in Section I, 250 words in Section II and 100 words in Section III.
- Read the Programme Guide instructions and the relevant course units before preparing your answers.
- Organise answers logically, with clear links between ideas; include an introduction and conclusion in descriptive answers.
- 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, and keep a photocopy of your work 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 admission-batch deadlines, so dates can differ by session.
Frequently asked questions
Which session is the BSOC-131 assignment for?
The assignment is for July 2026 and January 2027. Its assignment code is ASST/TMA / 2026-27.
How many questions must I answer in BSOC-131?
All 10 questions are compulsory. They are divided into three sections carrying 40, 30 and 30 marks respectively.
What are the word limits for the BSOC-131 assignment?
Write about 400 words for each Section I answer, 250 words for each Section II answer and 100 words for each Section III answer.
What are the maximum marks and assignment weightage?
The assignment totals 100 marks and contributes 30% to the course result. The term-end examination contributes the remaining 70%.
What are the BSOC-131 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. 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.
Where should I submit my completed assignment?
Submit it to the coordinator of your study centre. Obtain a receipt and retain it as proof of submission.
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