IGNOU MGG-009 Assignment 2026
Social Geography
Last updated by IGNOU: 27 Jul 2026. Guide written from the official PDF on 31 Oct 2026, 04:26 pm.
| Course code | MGG-009 |
|---|---|
| Course title | Social Geography |
| Programme | M.Sc. Programme in Geography (MSCGG)MSCGG |
| School | School of Sciences |
| Assignment code | MGG-009/TMA/2026-27 |
| Session | January 2026 and July 2026 |
| Maximum marks | 100 |
| Weightage | 30% |
| Last date (June exam) | 30 Jun 2027 |
| Last date (December exam) | 30 Sept 2026 |
| Medium | English |
About the MGG-009 assignment
The MGG-009 assignment covers approaches, concepts and quantitative methods in social geography. It also explores caste, class, identity, power, social indicators, cultural diversity, mobility, urban rights and sustainable development.
This tutor-marked assignment has three parts worth 100 marks altogether. Part A has four compulsory questions and Part B has three compulsory questions, each worth 10 marks. Part C contains six short-note topics worth 5 marks each. The assignment contributes 30% to continuous evaluation, and students need 35% to pass it.
What the assignment asks
| Question | Marks | Topic |
|---|---|---|
| Part A, Q1 | 10 | Discuss the different approaches used in social geography. |
| Part A, Q2 | 10 | Explain social geography concepts involving scale, territory, territorial and social space, the body, locale, neighbourhood and nation. |
| Part A, Q3 | 10 | Explain the use of quantitative methods in social geography. |
| Part A, Q4 | 10 | Critically examine caste and class, along with regional specificity and pan-Indian unity. |
| Part B, Q1 | 10 | Explain how identity has spatial dimensions involving conflict, contestation and representation. |
| Part B, Q2 | 10 | Explain the relationship between power and space. |
| Part B, Q3 | 10 | Describe the meaning and evolution of social indicators. |
| Part C, Q8 (a) | 5 | Write a short note on how power relations connect with space. |
| Part C, Q8 (b) | 5 | Write a short note on the relationship between class and identity. |
| Part C, Q8 (c) | 5 | Discuss the development potential associated with religious and cultural diversity in a short note. |
| Part C, Q8 (d) | 5 | Write a short note on spatial mobility. |
| Part C, Q8 (e) | 5 | Write a short note on the right to the city. |
| Part C, Q8 (f) | 5 | Write a short note on the Sustainable Development Goals. |
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 section of the MSc Geography Programme Guide before preparing your answers.
- Use the prescribed first-page format to provide your roll number, name, address, course code, course title, assignment number, study centre and date.
- Write on foolscap-size paper that is not very thin.
- Leave margins of 4 cm on the left, top and bottom of each answer sheet.
- Keep your answers precise.
- Complete Parts A, B and C separately, then submit all three together.
- Submit your answer sheets to your Study Centre by the applicable deadline; late submissions are not accepted. Retain a copy of your answers.
- 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 official listing dates; the PDF gives admission-cycle dates that differ for the July 2026 session.
Frequently asked questions
What is the assignment code for MGG-009 for 2026-27?
The assignment code is MGG-009/TMA/2026-27. The course title is Social Geography.
What are the submission deadlines for the MGG-009 assignment?
The official listing gives 30 June 2027 for the June term-end exam and 30 September 2026 for the December term-end exam. Dates can differ by session: the PDF gives 30 September 2026 for January 2026 admissions and 31 March 2027 for July 2026 admissions. The listing dates take precedence here.
How many questions are in the MGG-009 assignment?
Part A has four compulsory questions and Part B has three compulsory questions, each carrying 10 marks. Part C has six short-note topics carrying 5 marks each.
What are the total marks, weightage and passing requirement?
The assignment carries 100 marks and has a 30% weightage in continuous evaluation. The PDF states that 35% is required to pass the assignment.
Where should I submit the MGG-009 assignment?
Submit the answer sheets to your Study Centre by the applicable deadline. Prepare the three parts separately and submit them together. The PDF also asks students to retain a copy.
Does the MGG-009 assignment specify a word limit?
The PDF does not give a numerical word limit. It asks for precise answers and identifies Part C as short notes.
Other IGNOU MSCGG assignments
- MGG-001: Introduction to Geographical Thought
- MGG-003: Regional Geography of India
- MGG-008: Advances in Geographical Thought
- MGG-011: Geographical Information System (GIS)
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.