IGNOU MAW-004 Assignment 2026-27
Animal Welfare Practices, Economics and Livelihood
Last updated by IGNOU: 29 Jul 2026. Guide written from the official PDF on 28 Oct 2026, 04:24 pm.
| Course code | MAW-004 |
|---|---|
| Course title | Animal Welfare Practices, Economics and Livelihood |
| Programme | Post Graduate Diploma in Animal Welfare (PGDAW)PGDAW |
| School | School of Extension and Development Studies |
| Assignment code | ASSIGNMENT - 4 |
| Session | July 2026 and January 2027 |
| Maximum marks | 100 |
| Weightage | 30% |
| Last date (June exam) | 31 Mar 2027 |
| Last date (December exam) | 30 Sept 2027 |
| Medium | English |
About the MAW-004 assignment
The MAW-004 assignment covers welfare practices for dairy cattle, sheep, goats, working equines and camels. It also examines enrichment for captive wildlife and the Animal Protection Index, including how legislation influences national animal welfare rankings.
There are 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 minimum housing welfare standards for dairy cattle and feeding practices that support their welfare. |
| Q2 | 20 | Identify welfare concerns in sheep and goat production and develop a management plan incorporating breeding and healthcare. |
| Q3 | 20 | Analyze minimum care standards for working equines and assess how camel management guidelines address welfare. |
| Q4 | 20 | Classify five types of captive wildlife enrichment and illustrate physical and cognitive enrichment for large carnivores. |
| Q5 | 20 | Examine the origins, methodology and indicators of the Animal Protection Index and compare how legislative frameworks influence country rankings. |
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
- Use 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.
- Submit handwritten answers only, using plain or ruled A4 paper; write on both sides with margins and tie or staple the pages separately for each course.
- Answer every question, include its question number and write around 800 words per answer.
- Organize answers 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, Block 15-F, IGNOU, Maidan Garhi, 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); 30 September 2027 (December term-end exam).
Frequently asked questions
Which sessions is the MAW-004 assignment for?
It is for the July 2026 and January 2027 sessions of the Post Graduate Diploma in Animal Welfare.
What are the submission deadlines for MAW-004?
The listed deadlines are 31 March 2027 for the June term-end exam and 30 September 2027 for the December term-end exam. The PDF links these dates to the July 2026 and January 2027 sessions respectively.
How many questions must I answer, and what are the marks?
All five questions are compulsory. Each carries 20 marks, making 100 marks overall, with a 30% contribution to the final grade.
What is the word limit, and can I submit typed answers?
Each answer should be around 800 words. Only handwritten assignments are evaluated.
Where should I send the MAW-004 assignment?
Send it by Speed Post to Prof. P.V.K. Sasidhar, Programme Coordinator–PGDAW, School of Extension and Development Studies, Block 15-F, IGNOU, Maidan Garhi, New Delhi–110068.
Which medium is available for this assignment?
The official listing provides the assignment in English.
Other IGNOU PGDAW assignments
- MAW-001: Animal Welfare Science and Ethics
- MAW-002: Animal Welfare Issues
- MAW-003: Animal Welfare Laws, Policies and Organizations
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.