IGNOU MGSE-004 Assignment 2026-27
Gender Issues in Agriculture, Rural Livelihoods and Natural Resource Management
Last updated by IGNOU: 31 Aug 2026. Guide written from the official PDF on 06 Nov 2026, 04:25 pm.
December 2026 term-end exam
Fri, 11 Dec 2026 · Evening (2:00 PM – 5:00 PM)
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Make the MGSE-004 assignment front page →| Course code | MGSE-004 |
|---|---|
| Course title | Gender Issues in Agriculture, Rural Livelihoods and Natural Resource Management |
| Programme | MAGD |
| Assignment code | MGSE 004/ AST/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, Hindi |
| Term-end exam (December 2026) | Fri, 11 Dec 2026, Evening (2:00 PM – 5:00 PM) |
About the MGSE-004 assignment
The MGSE-004 assignment explores gender issues in agriculture, rural livelihoods and natural resource management. It covers women’s economic roles, livestock development, fishing, common property resources, access to resources and institutions, property rights, and gender mainstreaming.
This tutor-marked assignment, TMA-01, has seven compulsory questions across two sections. Section A has two questions worth 20 marks each, with answers of about 700 words each. Section B has five questions worth 12 marks each, with answers of about 500 words each. The assignment carries 100 marks and has a 30% weightage.
What the assignment asks
| Question | Marks | Topic |
|---|---|---|
| Q1 (Section A) | 20 | Describe women’s participation in agriculture, industry and services using Indian macroeconomic data and case studies. |
| Q2 (Section A) | 20 | Explain BAIF’s contribution to livestock development for women in India. |
| Q3 (Section B) | 12 | Examine gender-related effects of women’s access to and control over common property resources in rural India through case studies, and discuss their livestock management activities. |
| Q4 (Section B) | 12 | Discuss women’s roles in the fishing sector through case studies from different countries. |
| Q5 (Section B) | 12 | Explain access to and control over resources and institutions, and analyse the issues women face using suitable examples. |
| Q6 (Section B) | 12 | Analyse the historical development of women’s property rights in India. |
| Q7 (Section B) | 12 | Write short notes on women and agrobiodiversity, green fodder feeding, the Hindu Succession Act of 1956, and gender mainstreaming in agriculture and allied activities. |
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
- Answer all seven questions; none is optional.
- Write about 700 words for each Section A answer.
- Write about 500 words for each Section B answer.
Submission dates: 31 March 2027 (June term-end exam); 30 September 2027 (December term-end exam)
Frequently asked questions
Which sessions does the MGSE-004 assignment cover?
The official listing identifies this assignment for the July 2026 and January 2027 sessions.
What are the maximum marks and weightage for MGSE-004?
The assignment carries 100 marks. The official listing gives its weightage as 30%.
Are all MGSE-004 assignment questions compulsory?
Yes. The PDF requires answers to all seven questions across Sections A and B.
What are the word limits for the two sections?
Each Section A answer should be about 700 words, while each Section B answer should be about 500 words.
What are the MGSE-004 assignment submission deadlines?
The official listing gives 31 March 2027 for the June term-end exam and 30 September 2027 for the December term-end exam.
In which languages is the MGSE-004 assignment available?
The official listing provides English and Hindi mediums.
Other IGNOU MAGD assignments
- MGSE-001: Gender Planning and Development Policies
- MGSE-002: Gender Audit and Budgeting
- MGSE-003: Gender Mainstreaming
- MGSE-006: Gender Issues in Resources and Entitlements
- MGSE-007: Gender, Organization and Leadership
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.