IGNOU BWEE-005 Assignment 2026-27
Women and Development
Last updated by IGNOU: 16 Jul 2026. Guide written from the official PDF on 05 Nov 2026, 04:25 pm.
December 2026 term-end exam
Fri, 18 Dec 2026 · Morning (10:00 AM – 1:00 PM)
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Make the BWEE-005 assignment front page →| Course code | BWEE-005 |
|---|---|
| Course title | Women and Development |
| Programme | Diploma in Women’s Empowerment and Development (DWED)DWED |
| School | School of Gender and Development Studies |
| Assignment code | BWEE-005/TMA-1/26-27 |
| Session | July 2026–June 2027 |
| Maximum marks | 100 |
| Weightage | 30% |
| Last date (June exam) | 31 Mar 2027 |
| Last date (December exam) | 30 Sept 2027 |
| Medium | English, Hindi |
| Term-end exam (December 2026) | Fri, 18 Dec 2026, Morning (10:00 AM – 1:00 PM) |
About the BWEE-005 assignment
The BWEE-005 assignment explores development and its effects on women. Topics include human development, technology and employment, economic and political change, environmental sustainability, land reforms, demographic trends, globalization and reproductive health.
Assignment 1 (TMA-1) contains ten compulsory questions worth 10 marks each, making a total of 100 marks. The tasks include explanations, discussions, critical analysis and a short note. The PDF does not specify word limits or a viva.
What the assignment asks
| Question | Marks | Topic |
|---|---|---|
| Q1 | 10 | Explain how views of development have shifted from an emphasis on economic growth towards human development. |
| Q2 | 10 | Critically examine how technology affects women’s employment and marginalization. |
| Q3 | 10 | Discuss strategies to improve women’s status within economic development. |
| Q4 | 10 | Discuss how the political dimensions of development affect women. |
| Q5 | 10 | Prepare a short note about India’s White Revolution. |
| Q6 | 10 | Explore the connections between women, the environment and sustainable development. |
| Q7 | 10 | Explain land reforms and discuss their contribution to social justice and rural development. |
| Q8 | 10 | Critically examine women’s demographic situation in India through sex ratio, fertility and mortality. |
| Q9 | 10 | Explain globalization and critically examine its effects on women in India. |
| Q10 | 10 | Discuss reproductive health and its importance for women’s empowerment and sustainable development. |
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
- Attempt every question; none is optional.
- Each answer is assessed for 10 marks.
- Check the IGNOU website or contact your Regional Centre to confirm submission deadlines.
Submission dates: 31 March 2027 (June term-end exam); 30 September 2027 (December term-end exam).
Frequently asked questions
What is the assignment code for BWEE-005 in 2026–27?
The course page gives the assignment code as BWEE-005/TMA-1/26-27 and identifies it as Assignment 1 (TMA-1).
How many questions must I answer in the BWEE-005 assignment?
All ten questions are compulsory. Each carries 10 marks, for a total of 100 marks.
What is the weightage of the BWEE-005 assignment?
The official listing gives the assignment a weightage of 30%.
When is the BWEE-005 assignment due?
The official listing gives 31 March 2027 for the June term-end exam and 30 September 2027 for the December term-end exam. The PDF asks students to check the IGNOU website or contact their Regional Centre for deadlines.
Which sessions and mediums are listed for this assignment?
The official listing covers July 2026 and January 2027, with English and Hindi available. The PDF cover states July 2026–June 2027.
Does the BWEE-005 PDF specify an answer word limit?
No answer word limit is specified. Question 5 asks for a short note, but no numerical length is given.
Other IGNOU DWED assignments
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