IGNOU BSW-043 Assignment 2026-27
Tribals of South and Central India
Last updated by IGNOU: 14 Jul 2026. Guide written from the official PDF on 09 Nov 2026, 08:55 pm.
December 2026 term-end exam
Wed, 23 Dec 2026 · Evening (2:00 PM – 5:00 PM)
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Make the BSW-043 assignment front page →| Course code | BSW-043 |
|---|---|
| Course title | Tribals of South and Central India |
| Programme | Certificate in Tribal Studies (CTRBS)CTRBS, CTRBSOL |
| School | School of Social Work |
| 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 |
| Term-end exam (December 2026) | Wed, 23 Dec 2026, Evening (2:00 PM – 5:00 PM) |
About the BSW-043 assignment
The BSW-043 assignment covers tribal communities, development, identity, culture and policy in South and Central India, including the Andaman and Lakshadweep islands.
The PDF presents three numbered groups with 11 subquestions worth a total of 100 marks. Their stated answer lengths are 600, 300 and 150 words respectively. The note also refers to five equal-mark questions, although only three numbered groups appear.
What the assignment asks
| Question | Marks | Topic |
|---|---|---|
| Q1 (i) | 20 | Discuss problems and perspectives in tribal development in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana. |
| Q1 (ii) | 20 | Explain the threats faced by the Jarawas. |
| Q2 (i) | 10 | Discuss the major tribal communities of Orissa. |
| Q2 (ii) | 10 | Describe the linguistic identity of the Sentinelese. |
| Q2 (iii) | 10 | Explain the Malami tribe of Lakshadweep. |
| Q3 (i) | 5 | Write about Dalits. |
| Q3 (ii) | 5 | Write about the Kuravar. |
| Q3 (iii) | 5 | Discuss the Jarawas and the reserve. |
| Q3 (iv) | 5 | Describe religious organisation among the Great Andamanese. |
| Q3 (v) | 5 | Discuss the effect of the New Economic Policy on tribal communities. |
| Q3 (vi) | 5 | Describe dress and ornaments among tribal communities in Jharkhand. |
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 the questions; the PDF note refers to five questions, but the supplied text contains three numbered groups.
- For Q1, the PDF specifies 600 words for each answer; for Q2, it specifies 300 words for each answer.
- For Q3, write each answer in 150 words.
- Do not copy assignments from anyone.
- Submit the assignment to the coordinator of your allotted study centre within the stipulated time.
Submission dates: 30 September 2026 (December TEE); 31 March 2027 (June TEE). Dates differ by session.
Frequently asked questions
What is the maximum mark for the BSW-043 assignment?
The assignment carries 100 marks and has a weightage of 30%.
How many questions are in the BSW-043 assignment?
The PDF note refers to five questions, but the supplied assignment text contains three numbered groups with 11 subquestions.
What are the word limits for BSW-043 answers?
The group instructions specify 600 words for each Q1 answer, 300 for each Q2 answer and 150 for each Q3 answer.
Where should I submit the BSW-043 assignment?
Submit it to the coordinator of your allotted study centre.
What are the BSW-043 submission dates?
The listed dates are 30 September 2026 for the December term-end exam and 31 March 2027 for the June term-end exam. Dates differ by session.
Other IGNOU CTRBS assignments
- BSW-041: Understanding the Tribals
- BSW-042: Tribal Society
- BSW-044: Tribals in North and Northeast Region in India
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.