IGNOU MGGE-002 Assignment 2026-27
Natural Resource Management
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
Sat, 05 Dec 2026 · Morning (10:00 AM – 1:00 PM)
From IGNOU's official date sheet dated 30 Oct 2026. IGNOU can still revise it: check your hall ticket for the final date and your exam centre.
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Make the MGGE-002 assignment front page →| Course code | MGGE-002 |
|---|---|
| Course title | Natural Resource Management |
| Programme | M.Sc. Programme in Geography (MSCGG)MSCGG |
| School | School of Sciences |
| Assignment code | MGGE-002/TMA/2026 |
| 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) | Sat, 05 Dec 2026, Morning (10:00 AM – 1:00 PM) |
About the MGGE-002 assignment
The MGGE-002 assignment covers approaches to natural resource management, integrated resource management, geospatial techniques, coastal management and ecosystem-based management. It also includes short notes on water, conservation and environmental assessment topics.
The assignment has three compulsory parts worth 100 marks: four 10-mark questions in Part A, three 10-mark questions in Part B and six 5-mark short notes in Part C. A score of 35% is required to pass.
What the assignment asks
| Question | Marks | Topic |
|---|---|---|
| Q1 | 10 | Explain natural resource management and its approaches. |
| Q2 | 10 | Discuss socio-cultural aspects of natural resource management. |
| Q3 | 10 | Describe integrated resource management and common integrated water resource management practices in India. |
| Q4 | 10 | Explain geospatial techniques used in natural resource management. |
| Q5 | 10 | Discuss how international organisations contribute to natural resource management. |
| Q6 | 10 | Explain integrated coastal zone management. |
| Q7 | 10 | Describe ecosystem-based management, including its components and principles. |
| Q8 (a) | 5 | Write a short note on the hydrological cycle. |
| Q8 (b) | 5 | Write a short note on the Neeru-Meeru Program. |
| Q8 (c) | 5 | Write a short note on protected areas in India. |
| Q8 (d) | 5 | Write a short note on the Ralegan Siddhi Model. |
| Q8 (e) | 5 | Write a short note on the National Water Policy, 2012. |
| Q8 (f) | 5 | Write a short note on environmental impact assessment. |
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 lined foolscap paper that is not very thin; lined A4 paper may be used if foolscap is unavailable.
- Write in blue pen and do not use red pen, even for highlighting. Other highlighters may be used.
- Leave a 4 cm margin on the left, top and bottom of each answer sheet.
- Keep answers precise and add neat diagrams and maps where needed.
- Complete Parts A, B and C separately, then submit them together at your Study Centre by the due date.
- Retain a copy of your answer sheets. The booklet says late submissions will not be accepted.
Submission dates: 31 March 2027 (June term-end exam); 30 September 2027 (December term-end exam). Dates can differ by session; the current listing dates are given here.
Frequently asked questions
What is the assignment code for MGGE-002?
The assignment code is MGGE-002/TMA/2026.
How many marks and what weightage does the assignment carry?
The assignment carries 100 marks and has a 30% weightage in continuous evaluation.
What is the passing mark for the assignment?
The booklet says 35% is needed to pass.
What are the submission dates?
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 booklet lists different admission-cycle dates.
Where should I submit the assignment?
Submit the answer sheets for all three parts together at your Study Centre.
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-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-012: Introduction to Remote Sensing
- MGG-013: Oceanography
- 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.