IGNOU ESO-12 Assignment 2026-27
Society in India
Last updated by IGNOU: 24 Jul 2026. Guide written from the official PDF on 03 Nov 2026, 04:23 am.
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| Course code | ESO-12 |
|---|---|
| Course title | Society in India |
| Programme | Bachelor Degree Programme (BDP)BDP |
| School | School of Social Sciences |
| Assignment code | ESO-12/AST/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 ESO-12 assignment
The ESO-12 assignment explores social institutions and change in India. Its topics include village economic links, national integration, family change, Hindu social concepts, tribal interactions, social movements, caste and women's work.
This eight-credit elective course has one Tutor Marked Assignment worth 100 marks, carrying 30% weightage. All eight questions are compulsory. Section 1 has two 20-mark answers of about 500 words each; Section 2 has four 12-mark answers of about 250 words each; Section 3 has two 6-mark answers of about 100 words each.
What the assignment asks
| Question | Marks | Topic |
|---|---|---|
| Q1 | 20 | Explain economic links between villages and wider society, using suitable examples. |
| Q2 | 20 | Explain national integration and examine nation-building strategies and obstacles to integration in India. |
| Q3 | 12 | Discuss the main factors changing the family as an institution in contemporary India. |
| Q4 | 12 | Explain Dharma, Karma, Artha and Moksha and their influence on Hindu social structure. |
| Q5 | 12 | Examine interactions between tribal and non-tribal groups and their social and cultural effects. |
| Q6 | 12 | Discuss how leadership and ideology contribute to the rise and development of social movements. |
| Q7 | 06 | Describe the continuing influence of caste on ritual, economic and political life in contemporary India. |
| Q8 | 06 | Outline the distinctive characteristics of women's work in Indian society. |
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 your own words.
- Keep answers close to the section limits: about 500 words each in Section 1, 250 in Section 2 and 100 in Section 3.
- Organise Section 1 answers as essays with an introduction and conclusion, presenting ideas clearly and systematically.
- For Section 2, analyse the topic through arguments and explanations while keeping the answer concise and precise.
- Keep Section 3 answers brief and focused on relevant information.
- Send the completed assignment to the Coordinator of your allotted Study Centre.
- Obtain and retain a submission receipt, and keep a photocopy of the assignment if possible.
- Ask the Study Centre to return your assignment after evaluation.
Submission dates: 31 March 2027 (June term-end exam); 30 September 2026 (December term-end exam). Dates can differ by session; these follow the current listing rather than the PDF's batch-wise schedule.
Frequently asked questions
Who is the ESO-12 assignment for?
It is for Bachelor Degree Programme students taking Society in India in the July 2026 and January 2027 sessions.
What are the maximum marks and weightage for ESO-12?
The assignment carries 100 marks and has 30% weightage.
How many questions must I answer, and what are the word limits?
All eight questions are compulsory. Write about 500 words per answer in Section 1, 250 words in Section 2 and 100 words in Section 3.
What are the ESO-12 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. Dates can differ by session, and the PDF's batch-wise dates differ from this listing.
Where should I submit the ESO-12 assignment?
Send it to the Coordinator of your allotted Study Centre. Obtain a receipt and retain it.
Which language versions are available?
The official listing shows English and Hindi versions.
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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.