IGNOU MER-007 Assignment 2026-27
Government Initiatives and MSME Development
Last updated by IGNOU: 07 Sept 2026. Guide written from the official PDF on 19 Oct 2026, 04:17 pm.
| Course code | MER-007 |
|---|---|
| Course title | Government Initiatives and MSME Development |
| Programme | Master of Arts (Entrepreneurship) (MAER)MAER |
| School | School of Vocational Education & Training |
| Assignment code | MER-007/TMA/2026-27 |
| Session | July 2026 and January 2027 |
| Maximum marks | 100 |
| Weightage | 30% |
| Last date (June exam) | 15 Mar 2027 |
| Last date (December exam) | 15 Sept 2026 |
| Medium |
About the MER-007 assignment
The MER-007 assignment covers the development of MSMEs in India, their meaning and scope, and their importance to the Indian economy. It also examines Indian business houses and management roles in small businesses.
This tutor-marked assignment covers all blocks and contains five compulsory questions worth 20 marks each. The total is 100 marks, with a 30% weightage in the final assessment. The PDF states a pass requirement of 50%.
What the assignment asks
| Question | Marks | Topic |
|---|---|---|
| Q1 | 20 | Outline how MSMEs have evolved in India. |
| Q2 | 20 | Describe what micro, small and medium enterprises mean and the scope of their activities. |
| Q3 | 20 | Discuss the importance of MSMEs to the Indian economy. |
| Q4 | 20 | Discuss the role of business houses in India. |
| Q5 | 20 | Explain management roles and functions in small businesses. |
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
- Attempt all five questions.
- Read the assignment instructions in the Programme Guide before starting.
- Submit the assignment to the Coordinator of your Study Centre.
- Assignment submission within the prescribed schedule is compulsory for eligibility to appear in the term-end examination.
- Follow the submission deadline for your intended term-end examination, or any revised schedule communicated by the University.
Submission dates: 15 March 2027 (June TEE); 15 September 2026 (December TEE)
Frequently asked questions
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