IGNOU MANI-003 Assignment 2026-27
Practicing Anthropology
Last updated by IGNOU: 14 Jul 2026. Guide written from the official PDF on 10 Nov 2026, 08:56 am.
December 2026 term-end exam
Mon, 07 Dec 2026 · Evening (2:00 PM – 5:00 PM)
From IGNOU's official date sheet dated 30 Oct 2026. IGNOU can still revise it: check your hall ticket for the final date and your exam centre.
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Make the MANI-003 assignment front page →| Course code | MANI-003 |
|---|---|
| Course title | Practicing Anthropology |
| Programme | Master of Arts in AnthropologyMAAN |
| School | School of Social Sciences |
| Assignment code | MANI-003/ASST/TMA/2026-2027 |
| 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, 07 Dec 2026, Evening (2:00 PM – 5:00 PM) |
About the MANI-003 assignment
The MANI-003 assignment covers approaches and applications of practicing anthropology, including health, markets, forensic identification, design, multimedia and tourism.
The assignment has two sections and 10 questions. Attempt five questions, including at least two from each section. Each question carries 20 marks; the two short-note questions require two 10-mark answers each. The word limits are 500 words for 20 marks and 250 words for 10 marks.
What the assignment asks
| Question | Marks | Topic |
|---|---|---|
| Q1 | 20 | Describe the main approaches used in practicing anthropology. |
| Q2 | 20 | Discuss anthropology and markets in relation to consumer behaviour. |
| Q3 | 20 | Explain how health and culture are related. |
| Q4 | 20 | Explain design anthropometry and its practical applications. |
| Q5 | 10+10 | Write on any two topics: confidentiality; disease, illness and sickness; or kinanthropometry. |
| Q6 | 20 | Explain forensic anthropology and its role in identifying people. |
| Q7 | 20 | Explain how multimedia is used in practicing anthropology. |
| Q8 | 20 | Discuss capacity development in practicing anthropology. |
| Q9 | 20 | Examine the role of tourism in practicing anthropology. |
| Q10 | 10+10 | Write on any two topics: DNA profiling, civil societies or resource mapping. |
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 20-mark answers within 500 words and 10-mark answers within 250 words.
- Write answers in your own words, arrange points logically and include an introduction and conclusion in long answers.
- Write the final answers neatly and highlight or underline points you want to emphasize.
- Submit the assignment to the Coordinator of your Learner Support Centre before the term-end examination.
- 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 assignment code for MANI-003 in 2026–27?
The assignment code is MANI-003/ASST/TMA/2026-2027.
How many questions must I attempt?
Attempt five questions in total, including at least two from each section.
What are the marks and weightage for the MANI-003 assignment?
The assignment carries 100 marks and has 30% weightage.
What are the word limits?
The limit is 500 words for a 20-mark answer and 250 words for a 10-mark answer.
Where should I submit the 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
- MANE-007: Tribes in India
- MANI-001: Anthropology and Methods of Research
- MANI-002: Physical 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.