IGNOU MANE-005 Assignment 2026-27
Environmental Anthropology
Last updated by IGNOU: 14 Jul 2026. Guide written from the official PDF on 10 Nov 2026, 08:55 am.
December 2026 term-end exam
Mon, 21 Dec 2026 · Evening (2:00 PM – 5:00 PM)
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Make the MANE-005 assignment front page →| Course code | MANE-005 |
|---|---|
| Course title | Environmental Anthropology |
| Programme | Master of Arts in Anthropology (MAAN)MAAN |
| School | School of Social Sciences |
| Assignment code | MANE 005/AST/TMA/ July 2026- January 2027 |
| Session | July 2026 and January 2027 |
| Maximum marks | 100 |
| Weightage | 30% |
| Last date (June exam) | 30 Apr 2027 |
| Last date (December exam) | 30 Sept 2027 |
| Medium | English |
| Term-end exam (December 2026) | Mon, 21 Dec 2026, Evening (2:00 PM – 5:00 PM) |
About the MANE-005 assignment
The MANE-005 assignment covers approaches to environmental anthropology, human adaptation, resource use, conservation, displacement, health and environmental issues.
The tutor-marked assignment has two sections, each with five questions. Attempt five questions in total, including at least two from each section. Each question carries 20 marks; short-note questions have two parts worth 10 marks each. The word limits are 500 words for 20 marks and 250 words for 10 marks.
What the assignment asks
| Question | Marks | Topic |
|---|---|---|
| Q21 | 20 | Discuss contemporary approaches to environmental anthropology. |
| Q22 | 20 | Assess how the ecosystem concept is used in anthropology. |
| Q23 | 20 | Discuss human adaptation through biological and cultural processes. |
| Q24 | 20 | Examine resource use and socio-political organisation in a pastoral community. |
| Q25 | 10+10 | Write short notes comparing environmental and cultural determinism and explaining ecological succession. |
| Q26 | 20 | Outline factors and issues involved in the displacement and resettlement of tribal people. |
| Q27 | 20 | Discuss cultural perspectives on conservation and approaches to it. |
| Q28 | 20 | Discuss the relationship between health and the environment. |
| Q29 | 20 | Discuss environmental and global issues using suitable examples. |
| Q30 | 10+10 | Write short notes on the Silent Valley Movement in Kerala and environmental justice. |
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, with at least two from each section.
- Keep answers within 500 words for 20 marks and 250 words for 10 marks.
- Write answers in your own words and present them neatly.
- For long answers, give attention to the introduction and conclusion.
- Submit the assignment to the Coordinator of your Learner Support Centre.
- Keep a photocopy of the submitted assignment and retain the acknowledgement receipt.
Submission dates: 30 April 2027 (June TEE); 30 September 2027 (December TEE). Dates can differ by session.
Frequently asked questions
How many questions must I attempt in the MANE-005 assignment?
Attempt five questions in total, with at least two from each of the two sections.
What are the maximum marks and weightage for MANE-005?
The assignment carries 100 marks and has a weightage of 30%.
What are the word limits for MANE-005 answers?
The limit is 500 words for a 20-mark answer and 250 words for a 10-mark answer.
Where should I submit the MANE-005 assignment?
Submit it to the Coordinator of your Learner Support Centre.
What are the submission dates for the 2026–27 assignment?
The listing gives 30 April 2027 for the June term-end exam and 30 September 2027 for the December term-end exam. Dates can differ by session.
Is the MANE-005 assignment available in English?
Yes. The listing gives English as the available medium.
Other IGNOU MAAN assignments
- MAN-001: Social Anthropology
- MAN-002: Archaeological Anthropology
- MAN-101: Introducing Anthropology
- MAN-102: Physical/Biological Anthropology
- MAN-103: Social and Cultural Anthropology
- MAN-104: Archaeological Anthropology
- MAN-105: Tribes in India
- MANE-001: Human Genetics
- MANE-002: Human Growth and Development
- MANE-003: Comparative Ethnography
- MANE-004: Gender and Society
- MANE-006: Social Stratification
- MANE-007: Tribes in India
- MANI-001: Anthropology and Methods of Research
- MANI-002: Physical Anthropology
- MANI-003: Practicing Anthropology
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.