IGNOU BSOC-132 Assignment 2026-27
Sociology of India
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-132 |
|---|---|
| Course title | Sociology of India |
| 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-132 assignment
The BSOC-132 assignment explores Indian society through diversity, national integration, family change, tribal livelihoods and social movements. It also covers communalism, secularism, class formation, gender relations and ethnic movements.
The assignment has 10 compulsory questions across three sections, totalling 100 marks. Section I has two 20-mark questions requiring about 400 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. Assignments contribute 30% of the final course result.
What the assignment asks
| Question | Marks | Topic |
|---|---|---|
| Q1 | 20 | Explain India's unity amid diversity, covering its main forms of diversity and the forces supporting national integration. |
| Q2 | 20 | Describe the main features of Indian families and examine how family patterns are changing today. |
| Q3 | 10 | Describe the distinctive features of tribes in India and examine key problems affecting tribal livelihoods. |
| Q4 | 10 | Trace the growth of Dalit movements in India and examine the contributions of their major leaders. |
| Q5 | 10 | Distinguish communalism from secularism and discuss their relevance in contemporary India. |
| Q6 | 06 | Write a brief account of change in India. |
| Q7 | 06 | Provide a short account of class formation in Indian society. |
| Q8 | 06 | Write briefly about patriarchy and matriarchy. |
| Q9 | 06 | Provide a short account of gender-based movements. |
| Q10 | 06 | Write a brief account of ethnic movements. |
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 in your own words.
- Keep each answer near its section's stated length: about 400, 250 or 100 words.
- Read the Programme Guide instructions and relevant course units before preparing your answers.
- Organise answers logically, with clear links between paragraphs; include an introduction and conclusion in descriptive answers.
- Write the final answers neatly and underline points you want to emphasise.
- Submit the completed assignments to the coordinator of your study centre within the prescribed time to meet term-end examination eligibility requirements.
- Obtain and retain a submission receipt; keep a photocopy of your work if possible.
- Collect your evaluated assignments from the study centre.
Submission dates: 31 March 2027 (June term-end exam); 30 September 2026 (December term-end exam). These are the official listing dates; the PDF gives different batch-based deadlines, so dates can differ by session.
Frequently asked questions
What is the BSOC-132 assignment session and assignment code?
It is for July 2026 and January 2027. The printed assignment code is ASST/TMA / 2026-27.
How many questions must I answer in the BSOC-132 assignment?
All 10 questions are compulsory. They are divided into three sections containing two, three and five questions respectively.
What are the marks and weightage of the BSOC-132 assignment?
The assignment carries 100 marks and contributes 30% of the final course result. The term-end examination contributes 70%.
What are the word limits for BSOC-132 assignment answers?
Write about 400 words per answer in Section I, 250 words per answer in Section II and 100 words per answer in Section III.
What are the submission deadlines for BSOC-132?
The official 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 listing dates take priority here.
Where should I submit the BSOC-132 assignment?
Submit it to the coordinator of your study centre. Obtain a receipt and retain it as proof of submission.
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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.