IGNOU MAW-003 Assignment 2026-27
Animal Welfare Laws, Policies and Organizations
Last updated by IGNOU: 29 Jul 2026. Guide written from the official PDF on 28 Oct 2026, 04:26 am.
| Course code | MAW-003 |
|---|---|
| Course title | Animal Welfare Laws, Policies and Organizations |
| Programme | Post Graduate Diploma in Animal Welfare (PGDAW)PGDAW |
| School | School of Extension and Development Studies |
| Assignment code | ASSIGNMENT - 3 |
| Session | July 2026 & January 2027 Sessions |
| Maximum marks | 100 |
| Weightage | 30% |
| Last date (June exam) | 31 Mar 2027 |
| Last date (December exam) | 30 Sept 2027 |
| Medium | English |
About the MAW-003 assignment
The MAW-003 assignment covers animal welfare policy, cruelty-related offences, enforcement responsibilities and international wildlife conventions. It also examines rules for animal handling and the welfare of animals transported on foot.
The assignment has five compulsory questions carrying 20 marks each, for a total of 100 marks. Each answer should be around 800 words. The assignment contributes 30% of the final grade and must be handwritten.
What the assignment asks
| Question | Marks | Topic |
|---|---|---|
| Q1 | 20 | Examine the development of India's animal welfare policy, how laws such as the PCA Act lead to executive action, and contemporary tensions with cultural or economic practices. |
| Q2 | 20 | Classify offences against animals and explain cruelty-reporting procedures, including the jurisdictions, responsibilities and limits of law enforcement and animal welfare organizations. |
| Q3 | 20 | Assess how CITES, CMS and the IWC shape national wildlife law and evaluate India's legal protection for migratory species and whales in its waters and economic zones. |
| Q4 | 20 | Analyze the aims and enforcement of rules on farrier licensing, cattle premises registration, fine applications and animal capture, focusing on consistent animal handling standards. |
| Q5 | 20 | Evaluate the coverage, implementation difficulties and logistical effects of the PCA (Transport of Animals on Foot) Rules, 2001, including their protection during long-distance movement. |
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
- Submit the latest assignment available on the University website, regardless of your registration year or session.
- Include your name, full address, enrolment number, admission session, course code, course title and Regional Centre on the first page.
- Use plain or ruled A4 paper, write on both sides with margins, and securely tie or staple the pages separately for each course.
- Write the assignment in your own handwriting; only handwritten submissions are evaluated. Include the question number with every answer.
- Answer all five questions in around 800 words each, organizing your responses logically with an introduction and conclusion.
- Write neatly and underline points you want to emphasize.
- Send the assignment by Speed Post to Prof. P.V.K. Sasidhar, Programme Coordinator – PGDAW, School of Extension and Development Studies (SOEDS), Block 15-F, IGNOU, Maidangarhi, New Delhi-110068.
- Keep a scanned copy until the marks appear in your grade card, and check the University website for any deadline extension.
Submission dates: 31 March 2027 (June term-end exam; July 2026 session); 30 September 2027 (December term-end exam; January 2027 session).
Frequently asked questions
Which sessions does the MAW-003 assignment cover?
It covers the July 2026 and January 2027 sessions of the Post Graduate Diploma in Animal Welfare. The listing provides it in English.
How many questions must I answer in MAW-003?
All five questions are compulsory. Each carries 20 marks, making the assignment worth 100 marks.
What is the word limit and assignment weightage?
Each answer should be around 800 words. The assignment accounts for 30% of the final grade.
What are the MAW-003 assignment submission deadlines?
The listed deadlines are 31 March 2027 for the June term-end exam and 30 September 2027 for the December term-end exam. These correspond to the July 2026 and January 2027 sessions respectively; dates differ by session.
Can I submit a typed MAW-003 assignment?
No. The PDF states that only handwritten assignments are evaluated.
Where should I send the MAW-003 assignment?
Send it by Speed Post to Prof. P.V.K. Sasidhar, Programme Coordinator – PGDAW, SOEDS, Block 15-F, IGNOU, Maidangarhi, New Delhi-110068. Keep a scanned copy until your marks appear in the grade card.
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