IGNOU BSOE-141 Assignment 2026-27
Urban Sociology
Last updated by IGNOU: 24 Jul 2026. Guide written from the official PDF on 02 Nov 2026, 04:24 pm.
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| Course code | BSOE-141 |
|---|---|
| Course title | Urban Sociology |
| Programme | Bachelor of Arts (BASOH)BAG, BASOH |
| School | School of Social Sciences |
| Assignment code | BSOE-141/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 BSOE-141 assignment
The BSOE-141 assignment covers the foundations of urban sociology, the Chicago School, perspectives on urban space, migration, neighbourhoods and cultural politics. It also examines urbanism, urban networks, slums in India, and consumer culture and leisure.
The assignment has three sections containing 10 compulsory questions for 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. The assignment contributes 30% to the course result.
What the assignment asks
| Question | Marks | Topic |
|---|---|---|
| Q1 | 20 | Explain the meaning, nature and scope of urban sociology, including the Chicago School's role in its development. |
| Q2 | 20 | Critically compare perspectives on urban space, focusing on ecological-spatial and political economy approaches. |
| Q3 | 10 | Discuss forms of urban migration, their causes and their consequences. |
| Q4 | 10 | Explain neighbourhoods and discuss the features of neighbourhoods and gated communities in present-day cities. |
| Q5 | 10 | Examine the main cultural politics discourses used to understand cities. |
| Q6 | 06 | Write a short account of urbanism. |
| Q7 | 06 | Describe Burgess' concentric zone theory briefly. |
| Q8 | 06 | Write briefly about networks in urban sociology. |
| Q9 | 06 | Provide a short discussion of slums in India. |
| Q10 | 06 | Write a short account of consumer culture and leisure. |
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 specified lengths: about 500 words each in Section I, 250 in Section II and 100 in Section III.
- Read the relevant course units, arrange your points logically and prepare an outline before writing.
- Use introductions and conclusions for descriptive answers, and keep explanations clear, coherent and focused.
- Present each final answer neatly and underline points you want to emphasise.
- Submit the completed assignments to the Coordinator of your study centre within the stipulated time; submission is required for term-end examination eligibility.
- Collect and retain a submission receipt from the study centre and, if possible, keep a photocopy of your assignments.
- 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 deadlines, so dates can differ by session.
Frequently asked questions
Which session and programmes is the BSOE-141 assignment listed for?
The official listing covers July 2026 and January 2027 for BAG and BASOH. The PDF cover names Bachelor of Arts (BASOH).
What are the total marks and weightage of the BSOE-141 assignment?
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?
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 submission deadlines for BSOE-141?
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 gives 30 April 2027 for the July 2026 batch and 31 October 2027 for the January 2027 batch. The listing dates take priority here; dates can differ by session.
Where should I submit the assignment, and do I need a receipt?
Submit it to the Coordinator of your study centre. The PDF requires you to obtain and retain a receipt and suggests keeping a photocopy if possible.
In which languages is the BSOE-141 assignment available?
The official listing provides English and Hindi versions.
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