IGNOU MDV-115 Assignment 2026-27
Health and Development
Last updated by IGNOU: 09 Sept 2026. Guide written from the official PDF on 19 Oct 2026, 03:59 pm.
| Course code | MDV-115 |
|---|---|
| Course title | Health and Development |
| Programme | Master of Arts in Corporate Social Responsibility (MACSR)MACSR, MADVS |
| School | School of Extension and Development Studies |
| Session |
About the MDV-115 assignment
The MDV-115 assignment explores health and development through ageing, national health surveys, fertility, traditional healthcare systems, and the relationship between poverty and maternal and child health in India.
There are five compulsory questions worth 20 marks each, making a total of 100 marks. Each answer should be around 600–800 words. The assignment must be handwritten and carries a weightage of 30%, according to the official listing.
What the assignment asks
| Question | Marks | Topic |
|---|---|---|
| Q1 | 20 | Assess the socio-economic circumstances of older people in India and the main structural difficulties they face. |
| Q2 | 20 | Review the NFHS framework, including its aims, methods, field operations and implications for healthcare policy and programmes. |
| Q3 | 20 | Categorise fertility measures and analyse the demographic, socio-cultural and economic influences on fertility. |
| Q4 | 20 | Discuss the principles of Ayurveda and other AYUSH systems and their relevance to present-day healthcare. |
| Q5 | 20 | Analyse how poverty and health outcomes interact, particularly in relation to maternal and child health in India. |
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 uploaded on the IGNOU website, regardless of your registration year or session.
- Answer all five questions, keeping each response around 600–800 words and writing the question number with its answer.
- Write in your own handwriting; only handwritten assignments are accepted.
- Use plain or ruled A4 paper, write on both sides with margins, and securely tie the pages separately for each course.
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.