IGNOU MAN-104 Assignment 2026-27
Archaeological Anthropology
Last updated by IGNOU: 03 Aug 2026. Guide written from the official PDF on 26 Oct 2026, 04:23 pm.
| Course code | MAN-104 |
|---|---|
| Course title | Archaeological Anthropology |
| Programme | Master of Arts (Anthropology) (MAANY)MAANY, MAAN |
| School | School of Social Sciences |
| Assignment code | MAN-104/AST/TMA/July2026-January 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 MAN-104 assignment
The MAN-104 assignment covers archaeological anthropology and its links with other disciplines, prehistoric tools, dating methods and cultural developments. Topics include Palaeolithic, Mesolithic, Neolithic and Chalcolithic cultures, along with rock art and microliths.
This tutor-marked assignment has eight questions across Sections A and B. Answer five questions, choosing at least two from each section, for a total of 100 marks. Each complete question carries 20 marks; the short-note questions contain two parts worth 10 marks each. The word limits are 500 words for a 20-mark answer and 250 words for a 10-mark answer.
What the assignment asks
| Question | Marks | Topic |
|---|---|---|
| Q1 | 20 | Explain the meaning of archaeological anthropology and its interdisciplinary connections. |
| Q2 | 20 | Discuss Upper Palaeolithic tool types and the techniques associated with them. |
| Q3 | 20 | Explain dating methods and discuss two approaches to relative dating. |
| Q4 (a–b) | 10+10 | Prepare short notes on the Three Age System and Neolithic tools. |
| Q5 | 20 | Describe Middle Palaeolithic culture in India. |
| Q6 | 20 | Describe three Chalcolithic cultures. |
| Q7 | 20 | Discuss the Mesolithic culture of Europe. |
| Q8 (a–b) | 10+10 | Prepare short notes on Pachmarhi rock art and microliths. |
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 five questions in total, including at least two from each section.
- Keep 20-mark answers within 500 words and 10-mark answers within 250 words.
- Use your own words and organise your answers clearly; include an introduction and conclusion in long answers.
- Present answers neatly and underline or highlight points you want to emphasise.
- Submit the assignment to the Coordinator of your Learner Support Centre before the applicable deadline and before taking the term-end examination.
- Follow your Regional Centre or Study Centre instructions for submission, including any permitted digital methods.
- Keep a photocopy of the submitted assignment and retain the acknowledgement receipt.
- Consult Academic Counsellors at your Learner Support Centre if you need clarification about the assignment.
Submission dates: 31 March 2027 (June term-end exam); 30 September 2026 (December term-end exam). These are the current listing dates; dates can differ by session, and the PDF gives different cycle-based deadlines.
Frequently asked questions
Which sessions does the MAN-104 assignment cover?
The assignment is for the July 2026 and January 2027 sessions.
How many questions must I answer in MAN-104?
Answer five questions across the two sections, selecting at least two questions from each section.
What are the marks and weightage of the MAN-104 assignment?
The assignment carries 100 marks. The official listing gives its weightage as 30%.
What is the word limit for MAN-104 answers?
The prescribed limit is 500 words for a 20-mark answer and 250 words for a 10-mark answer.
What are the MAN-104 assignment submission deadlines?
The current official 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; the PDF contains different cycle-based deadlines.
Where should I submit the MAN-104 assignment?
Submit it to the Coordinator of your Learner Support Centre. Follow your Regional Centre or Study Centre instructions about accepted submission methods, and keep a photocopy and acknowledgement receipt.
Other IGNOU MAANY assignments
- MAN-101: Introducing Anthropology
- MAN-102: Physical/Biological Anthropology
- MAN-103: Social and Cultural Anthropology
- MAN-105: Tribes 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.