IGNOU MGG-005 Assignment 2026-27
Climatology
Last updated by IGNOU: 14 Jul 2026. Guide written from the official PDF on 10 Nov 2026, 08:57 am.
December 2026 term-end exam
Thu, 26 Nov 2026 · Morning (10:00 AM – 1:00 PM)
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Make the MGG-005 assignment front page →| Course code | MGG-005 |
|---|---|
| Course title | Climatology |
| Programme | M.Sc. in Geography Programme (MSCGG)MSCGG |
| School | School of Sciences |
| Assignment code | MGG-005/TMA/2026-27 |
| Session | July 2026 and January 2027 |
| Maximum marks | 100 |
| Weightage | 30% |
| Last date (June exam) | 31 Mar 2027 |
| Last date (December exam) | 30 Sept 2027 |
| Medium | English |
| Term-end exam (December 2026) | Thu, 26 Nov 2026, Morning (10:00 AM – 1:00 PM) |
About the MGG-005 assignment
The MGG-005 assignment covers atmospheric processes, weather forecasting, climatic classification and applied climatology. It also asks about winds, air masses, jet streams and El Niño and La Niña.
The tutor-marked assignment has three compulsory parts worth 100 marks. Parts A and B contain seven questions worth 10 marks each; Part C has six short notes worth 5 marks each. A minimum of 35% is needed to pass.
What the assignment asks
| Question | Marks | Topic |
|---|---|---|
| Q1 | 10 | Define climatology and discuss the stages in its development. |
| Q2 | 10 | Explain insolation, its controlling factors and the Earth–atmosphere heat balance. |
| Q3 | 10 | Define the Coriolis force and describe horizontal pressure patterns on Earth. |
| Q4 | 10 | Define air masses and describe those affecting Asia in winter and summer. |
| Q5 | 10 | Describe the procedures, tools and methods used to forecast weather. |
| Q6 | 10 | Discuss approaches to climate classification and outline Köppen’s broad climate types. |
| Q7 | 10 | Describe the vertical layers of Earth’s atmosphere. |
| Q8 (a) | 5 | Distinguish weather from climate and identify the elements controlling them. |
| Q8 (b) | 5 | Distinguish prevailing winds from seasonal winds. |
| Q8 (c) | 5 | Differentiate fronts from cyclones. |
| Q8 (d) | 5 | Write a short note on applied climatology. |
| Q8 (e) | 5 | Explain the significance of jet streams for global weather and aviation routes. |
| Q8 (f) | 5 | Differentiate El Niño from La Niña. |
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
- Put your enrolment number, name, address, course code and title, assignment number, study centre and date at the top of the first page.
- Use foolscap-size writing paper that is not very thin.
- Leave a 4 cm margin on the left, top and bottom of each answer sheet.
- Keep answers precise and draw figures wherever necessary.
- Complete Parts A, B and C separately, but submit them together.
- Submit the answer sheets to your study centre by the due date; late sheets will not be accepted.
- Keep a copy of your answer sheets.
Submission dates: 31 March 2027 (June term-end exam); 30 September 2027 (December term-end exam). Dates can differ by session; the PDF lists a different September deadline.
Frequently asked questions
What is the assignment code for MGG-005?
The printed assignment code is MGG-005/TMA/2026-27.
How many marks and what weightage does the assignment carry?
It is worth 100 marks and carries 30% weightage for continuous evaluation.
Are all questions compulsory?
Yes. All questions in Parts A and B and all six short notes in Part C are compulsory.
What marks are needed to pass the assignment?
The booklet says 35% of the total marks are needed to pass.
Where and when should I submit the assignment?
Submit it to your study centre. The current listing gives 31 March 2027 for the June term-end exam and 30 September 2027 for the December term-end exam. Dates can differ by session, and the PDF lists a different September deadline.
Can I fill in the exam form before submitting the assignment?
The booklet says you cannot fill in the exam form for this course until you have submitted the assignment.
Other IGNOU MSCGG assignments
- MGG-001: Introduction to Geographical Thought
- MGG-002: Geomorphology
- MGG-003: Regional Geography of India
- MGG-004: Population and Settlement Geography
- MGG-006: Economic Geography
- MGG-007: Environmental Geography
- MGG-008: Advances in Geographical Thought
- MGG-009: Social Geography
- MGG-010: Urban Geography
- MGG-011: Geographical Information System (GIS)
- MGG-012: Introduction to Remote Sensing
- MGG-013: Oceanography
- MGGE-002: Natural Resource Management
- MGGE-003: Natural Hazards and Disaster Management
- MGGE-004: Hydrology and Water Resources
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.