IGNOU MGSE-009 Assignment 2026-27
Gender Issues in Work, Employment and Productivity
Last updated by IGNOU: 31 Aug 2026. Guide written from the official PDF on 07 Nov 2026, 08:54 am.
December 2026 term-end exam
Wed, 23 Dec 2026 · Morning (10:00 AM – 1:00 PM)
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Make the MGSE-009 assignment front page →| Course code | MGSE-009 |
|---|---|
| Course title | Gender Issues in Work, Employment and Productivity |
| Programme | MAGD, MAEC, MEC |
| Assignment code | MGSE 009/ 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) | Wed, 23 Dec 2026, Morning (10:00 AM – 1:00 PM) |
About the MGSE-009 assignment
The MGSE-009 assignment covers gender and unpaid work, the care economy, employment, labour laws, discrimination and the effects of globalization on women’s work.
It has seven compulsory questions in two sections. Section A has two questions worth 20 marks each, with about 700 words per answer. Section B has five questions worth 12 marks each, with about 500 words per answer.
What the assignment asks
| Question | Marks | Topic |
|---|---|---|
| Q1 | 20 | Distinguish work from employment and examine gender segregation in unpaid labour using examples. |
| Q2 | 20 | Explain the care economy and discuss its economics within the national economy. |
| Q3 | 12 | Explain the employment search model and analyse its implications with examples. |
| Q4 | 12 | Discuss four labour laws that protect women at work. |
| Q5 | 12 | Explain labour market segmentation and relevant theories of discrimination and exploitation affecting women workers. |
| Q6 | 12 | Discuss how the globalized economy affected women’s prospects. |
| Q7 | 12 | Write short notes on productive and reproductive work, double burden, the Structural Adjustment Programme and labour unions. |
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 every question in both sections.
- 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). Dates differ by exam session.
Frequently asked questions
What is the assignment code for MGSE-009?
The printed assignment code is MGSE 009/ AST/2026-27.
How many questions are in the MGSE-009 assignment?
There are seven compulsory questions: two in Section A and five in Section B.
What are the marks and weightage for MGSE-009?
The assignment carries 100 marks and has a weightage of 30%.
What are the answer lengths for the two sections?
Section A answers should be about 700 words each, and Section B answers about 500 words each.
When is the MGSE-009 assignment due?
The listing gives 31 March 2027 for the June term-end exam and 30 September 2027 for the December term-end exam.
Which mediums are available for MGSE-009?
The official listing gives English and Hindi.
Other IGNOU MAGD assignments
- MGSE-001: Gender Planning and Development Policies
- MGSE-002: Gender Audit and Budgeting
- MGSE-003: Gender Mainstreaming
- MGSE-004: Gender Issues in Agriculture, Rural Livelihoods and Natural Resource Management
- MGSE-006: Gender Issues in Resources and Entitlements
- MGSE-007: Gender, Organization and Leadership
- MGSE-010: Gender and Entrepreneurship Development
- MGSE-013: Gender Training and Empowerment
- MGSE-020: Gender and Financial Inclusion
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.