IGNOU MGG-012 Assignment 2026-27
Introduction to Remote Sensing
Last updated by IGNOU: 14 Jul 2026. Guide written from the official PDF on 10 Nov 2026, 08:56 pm.
December 2026 term-end exam
Tue, 15 Dec 2026 · Morning (10:00 AM – 1:00 PM)
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Make the MGG-012 assignment front page →| Course code | MGG-012 |
|---|---|
| Course title | Introduction to Remote Sensing |
| Programme | M.Sc. Programme in Geography (MSCGG)MSCGG |
| School | School of Sciences |
| Assignment code | MGG-012/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) | Tue, 15 Dec 2026, Morning (10:00 AM – 1:00 PM) |
About the MGG-012 assignment
The assignment covers remote sensing concepts, satellites, sensors, imagery and applications. It also includes short notes on resolution, scattering, missions and data collection systems.
The tutor-marked assignment has three compulsory parts. Parts A and B have seven questions worth 10 marks each; Part C has six short notes worth 5 marks each. The total is 100 marks, with 35% required to pass.
What the assignment asks
| Question | Marks | Topic |
|---|---|---|
| Q1 | 10 | Explain thermal radiation laws and describe two types used in remote sensing. |
| Q2 | 10 | Discuss the types of satellites. |
| Q3 | 10 | Describe remote sensing data product generation using the Resourcesat-2 case study. |
| Q4 | 10 | Explain the types of aerial photographs, using diagrams where needed. |
| Q5 | 10 | Discuss spectral signatures of vegetation and soil with examples and diagrams. |
| Q6 | 10 | Describe active and passive remote sensors. |
| Q7 | 10 | Explain remote sensing applications in floods and settlements with examples. |
| Q8 (a) | 5 | Write a short note on spatial resolution. |
| Q8 (b) | 5 | Write a short note on scattering and its types. |
| Q8 (c) | 5 | Write a short note on major JAXA missions. |
| Q8 (d) | 5 | Write a short note on remotely sensed data recorded by television cameras. |
| Q8 (e) | 5 | Write a short note on airborne and satellite thermal infrared scanner systems. |
| Q8 (f) | 5 | Write a short note on applications of hyperspectral remote sensing. |
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 roll 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 complete Parts A, B and C separately.
- Submit all three parts together to your Study Centre by the due date; late answer sheets will not be accepted.
- Keep a copy of your answer sheets.
- Submit the assignment before filling in the examination form for this course.
Submission dates: 31 March 2027 (June term-end exam); 30 September 2027 (December term-end exam). Dates can differ by session; the PDF lists different admission-cycle dates.
Frequently asked questions
What is the assignment code for MGG-012?
The assignment code is MGG-012/TMA/2026-27.
How many marks and what weightage does the assignment carry?
The assignment carries 100 marks and has a 30% weightage for continuous evaluation.
Are all parts of the MGG-012 assignment compulsory?
Yes. All questions in Parts A, B and C are compulsory.
What is the passing requirement for the assignment?
The booklet states that 35% of the total marks are required to pass.
Where should I submit the assignment?
Submit the answer sheets for all three parts together to your Study Centre by the due date.
What are the submission dates for the term-end exams?
The 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; the PDF lists different admission-cycle dates.
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-005: Climatology
- 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-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.