IGNOU MDV-206 Assignment 2026-27New
Research Methodology in Development Studies
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-206 |
|---|---|
| Course title | Research Methodology in Development Studies |
| Programme | Master of Arts (Development Studies) - One Year - (MADVSOY)MADVSOY |
| School | School of Extension and Development Studies |
| Assignment code | ASSIGNMENT – 4 |
| 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-206 assignment
The MDV-206 assignment covers research design, development research, sampling, interview schedules and measures of central tendency. It asks students to explain research methods and discuss their use in social science and development studies.
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 | Explain the main elements needed to plan and carry out a social science research project. |
| Q2 | 20 | Compare conventional and development research, and examine development research principles and practical uses through examples. |
| Q3 | 20 | Describe how to design a sample for social science research and identify the factors that influence sample size. |
| Q4 | 20 | Explain what an interview schedule is and how to develop an effective one for social science research. |
| Q5 | 20 | Discuss measures of central tendency and their role in analysing and interpreting research data. |
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.
- Submit handwritten answers only, using A4 plain or ruled paper; write on both sides, leave margins and securely tie or staple the pages separately for each course.
- Include your name, full address, enrolment number, admission session, course code, course title, regional centre and study centre on the first page.
- Complete the supplied cover-page details, including the assignment number, programme name and code, regional centre code, email, phone number, submission date and signature.
- Answer all five questions, write the question number with each answer and keep each response around 800 words.
- Organise answers logically with an introduction and conclusion, write neatly and underline points you want to emphasise.
- Submit only to your allotted study centre and retain 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); 30 September 2027 (December term-end exam). Deadlines differ by session: the PDF assigns these dates to July 2026 and January 2027 respectively.
Frequently asked questions
Which sessions does the MDV-206 assignment cover?
It is for the July 2026 and January 2027 sessions of the one-year Master of Arts (Development Studies) programme.
How many questions must I answer in MDV-206?
All five questions are compulsory. Each carries 20 marks, making a total of 100 marks.
What is the word limit for each MDV-206 answer?
The PDF asks for around 800 words per question.
What is the assignment weightage, and can I submit typed answers?
The assignment carries 30% of the final grade. Only handwritten assignments are evaluated.
When and where should I submit the MDV-206 assignment?
Submit to your allotted study centre by 31 March 2027 for the June term-end exam or 30 September 2027 for the December term-end exam. The PDF links these deadlines to the July 2026 and January 2027 sessions respectively.
Should I keep a copy after submitting my assignment?
Yes. The PDF instructs students to retain a scanned copy until the assignment marks appear in the grade card.
Other IGNOU MADVSOY assignments
- MDV-004: Gender and Development
- MDV-102: Dynamics of Development
- MDV-108: Development Communication and Extension
- MDV-109: Development in India—An Overview
- MDV-110: Training and Development
- MDV-111: Local Self Governance and Development
- MDV-115: Health and Development
- MDV-201: Introduction to Development and Development Theories
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.