IGNOU MGG-003 Assignment 2026-27
Regional Geography of India
Last updated by IGNOU: 28 Jul 2026. Guide written from the official PDF on 30 Oct 2026, 04:25 am.
| Course code | MGG-003 |
|---|---|
| Course title | Regional Geography of India |
| Programme | M.Sc. Programme in Geography (MSCGG)MSCGG |
| School | School of Sciences |
| Assignment code | MGG-003/TMA/2026-27 |
| Session | January 2026 and July 2026; booklet valid from 1 July 2026 to 30 June 2027 |
| Maximum marks | 100 |
| Weightage | 30% |
| Last date (June exam) | 30 Jun 2027 |
| Last date (December exam) | 30 Sept 2026 |
| Medium | English |
About the MGG-003 assignment
The MGG-003 assignment explores India’s regional geography, including socio-cultural diversity, historical region formation, regionalisation schemes, climate, population and selected regional landscapes. It belongs to the first semester of the M.Sc. Programme in Geography.
This tutor-marked assignment has three compulsory parts worth 100 marks. Part A contains four 10-mark questions, Part B contains three 10-mark questions, and Part C asks for six short notes worth 5 marks each. The assignment carries 30% weightage, and students need 35% to pass it.
What the assignment asks
| Question | Marks | Topic |
|---|---|---|
| Q1 | 10 | Explain how unity and diversity shape India’s socio-cultural landscape. |
| Q2 | 10 | Discuss the emergence of regions in ancient India. |
| Q3 | 10 | Describe the climate of the Indo-Ganga and Brahmaputra plains. |
| Q4 | 10 | Describe the regions of Bundelkhand. |
| Q5 | 10 | Explain the physical factors used as a basis for regionalisation. |
| Q6 | 10 | Review and critically assess S.P. Chatterjee’s regionalisation scheme. |
| Q7 | 10 | Describe the population characteristics of the Sikkim Himalaya. |
| Q8 (a) | 5 | Distinguish between ad hoc regions and vernacular regions. |
| Q8 (b) | 5 | Identify the weaknesses in Kazi S. Ahmad’s regionalisation scheme. |
| Q8 (c) | 5 | Outline the regions of the Indian Islands. |
| Q8 (d) | 5 | Summarise the historical background of the Bengal delta. |
| Q8 (e) | 5 | Discuss the problems and prospects of the Malabar coast. |
| Q8 (f) | 5 | Describe transport and communication in the Sundarbans delta. |
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
- Read the assignment guidance in the M.Sc. Geography Programme Guide before starting.
- Follow the prescribed first-page format, including roll number, name, address, course code, course title, assignment number, study centre and date.
- Use foolscap-size writing paper that is not very thin.
- Leave margins of 4 cm on the left, top and bottom of each answer sheet.
- Keep answers precise and attempt every question in all three parts.
- Complete Parts A, B and C separately, but submit them together.
- Submit the answer sheets to your Study Centre by the due date; late submissions are not accepted, and the booklet recommends retaining a copy.
- Submit this assignment before filling in the examination form for the course.
Submission dates: 30 June 2027 (June term-end exam); 30 September 2026 (December term-end exam). These are the current listing dates. Dates can differ by session; the booklet gives 31 March 2027 for the July 2026 admission cycle.
Frequently asked questions
What is the assignment code for MGG-003 in 2026-27?
The assignment code is MGG-003/TMA/2026-27.
How many questions must I attempt in the MGG-003 assignment?
All questions are compulsory: four questions in Part A, three in Part B, and six short-note topics under Question 8 in Part C.
What are the maximum marks, weightage and passing requirement?
The assignment is worth 100 marks and carries 30% weightage. The booklet requires 35% to pass the assignment.
What are the MGG-003 assignment submission deadlines?
The current listing gives 30 September 2026 for the December term-end exam and 30 June 2027 for the June term-end exam. Dates can differ by session: the booklet specifies 30 September 2026 for January 2026 admissions and 31 March 2027 for July 2026 admissions.
Where should I submit the assignment?
Submit the answer sheets to your Study Centre within the due date. Complete the three parts separately and submit them together.
Does the booklet specify a word limit for answers?
No numerical word limit is given. The instructions ask for precise answers, and Part C requires short notes.
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