IGNOU MDV-201 Assignment 2026-27New
Introduction to Development and Development Theories
Last updated by IGNOU: 03 Nov 2026. Guide written from the official PDF on 04 Nov 2026, 04:27 pm.
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| Course code | MDV-201 |
|---|---|
| Course title | Introduction to Development and Development Theories |
| Programme | Master of Arts (Development Studies) - One Year - (MADVSOY)MADVSOY |
| School | School of Extension and Development Studies |
| Assignment code | ASSIGNMENT – 1 |
| 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 MDV-201 assignment
The MDV-201 assignment explores the meaning of development and major development theories. It covers economic, human and political development, Adam Smith’s classical approach, balanced and unbalanced growth, Leibenstein’s thesis and Gandhian ideas.
There are five compulsory questions, each carrying 20 marks, 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 | Explain development and compare its economic, human and political dimensions. |
| Q2 | 20 | Discuss the assumptions, features, contributions and criticisms of Adam Smith’s classical development theory. |
| Q3 | 20 | Describe balanced and unbalanced growth theories and compare their strategies for economic development. |
| Q4 | 20 | Explain Leibenstein’s Critical Minimum Effort Thesis and its importance for developing economies. |
| Q5 | 20 | Discuss the central principles of Gandhian development theory and assess their relevance today. |
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 academic session.
- Answer all five questions, keeping each response around 800 words and writing the question number with its answer.
- Write the assignment in your own handwriting; only handwritten submissions are evaluated.
- Use plain or ruled A4 paper, write on both sides with margins, and securely tie or staple the pages separately for each course.
- Include your name, full address, enrolment number, admission session, course code and title, regional centre and study centre on the first page. The cover-page template also asks for assignment and programme details, contact information, submission date and signature.
- Organise each answer logically, with an introduction and conclusion, and present it neatly with important points underlined.
- Submit only to your allotted study centre and keep a scanned copy until the marks appear in your grade card.
- Check the university website for any extension to the submission deadlines.
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
How many questions must I answer in the MDV-201 assignment?
All five questions are compulsory. Each carries 20 marks, making the assignment worth 100 marks.
What is the word limit for each MDV-201 answer?
The guidelines ask for around 800 words per question.
What is the weightage of the MDV-201 assignment?
The assignment accounts for 30% of the final grade.
What are the MDV-201 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. The PDF links these to the July 2026 and January 2027 sessions respectively.
Can I submit a typed MDV-201 assignment?
No. The PDF states that only assignments written in the learner’s own handwriting are evaluated.
Where should I submit the MDV-201 assignment?
Submit it only to your allotted study centre. Keep a scanned copy until your assignment marks appear in the grade card.
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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.