IGNOU MANE-007 Assignment 2026-27
Tribes in India
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
Tue, 01 Dec 2026 · Morning (10:00 AM – 1:00 PM)
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Make the MANE-007 assignment front page →| Course code | MANE-007 |
|---|---|
| Course title | Tribes in India |
| Programme | Master of Arts in AnthropologyMAAN |
| School | School of Social Sciences |
| Assignment code | MANE 007/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) | Tue, 01 Dec 2026, Morning (10:00 AM – 1:00 PM) |
About the MANE-007 assignment
The MANE-007 assignment covers tribes in India, including social organisation, beliefs, health, political movements, constitutional provisions and displacement.
It has two sections with five questions each. Attempt five questions, with at least two from each section. Each question carries 20 marks; some contain two 10-mark short notes. The limits are 500 words for 20 marks and 250 words for 10 marks.
What the assignment asks
| Question | Marks | Topic |
|---|---|---|
| Q31 | 20 | Define tribes in India and discuss the debate about the tribe-caste continuum. |
| Q32 | 20 | Examine why tribal communities are vulnerable and the difficulties faced by Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups. |
| Q33 | 20 | Describe the features of egalitarian societies. |
| Q34 | 20 | Critically examine tribal beliefs and practices using examples. |
| Q35 | 10+10 | Write short notes on customary laws and on nomadic and transhumant societies. |
| Q36 | 20 | Discuss tribal depopulation and tribal concepts of health and illness. |
| Q37 | 20 | Examine ethno-political movements involving tribes in India. |
| Q38 | 20 | Discuss the constitutional provisions for tribes in India. |
| Q39 | 20 | Summarise the contributions of voluntary and non-voluntary organisations to the study of tribes. |
| Q40 | 10+10 | Write short notes on displacement, rehabilitation and resettlement, and on the colonial construction of the tribe as the other. |
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, choosing at least two from each section.
- Keep answers within 500 words for a 20-mark question and 250 words for a 10-mark question.
- Write answers in your own words, organise them clearly and present them neatly.
- Submit the assignment to the Coordinator of your Learner Support Centre before the applicable deadline.
- Keep a photocopy of the submitted assignment and retain the acknowledgement receipt.
Submission dates: 30 April 2027 (June term-end exam); 30 September 2027 (December term-end exam). Dates can differ by session.
Frequently asked questions
What is the MANE-007 assignment for 2026–27?
It is the tutor-marked assignment for Tribes in India, offered in the Master of Arts in Anthropology programme.
How many MANE-007 questions must I attempt?
Attempt five questions, including at least two from each of the two sections.
What are the marks and weightage for MANE-007?
The assignment is worth 100 marks and has a weightage of 30%.
What are the word limits for the assignment?
The limit is 500 words for a 20-mark question and 250 words for a 10-mark question.
Where should I submit the MANE-007 assignment?
Submit it to the Coordinator of your Learner Support Centre and retain the acknowledgement receipt.
What are the submission deadlines?
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.
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-005: Environmental Anthropology
- MANE-006: Social Stratification
- 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.