IGNOU MHD-22 Assignment 2026-27
Kabir Ka Vishesh Adhyayan
Last updated by IGNOU: 16 Jul 2026. Guide written from the official PDF on 07 Nov 2026, 08:56 am.
December 2026 term-end exam
Sat, 19 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 MHD-22 assignment front page →| Course code | MHD-22 |
|---|---|
| Course title | Kabir Ka Vishesh Adhyayan |
| Programme | MA Hindi ProgrammeMAHD, MHDOL, MHD |
| Assignment code | MHD-22/2026-2027 |
| Session | July 2026 and January 2027 |
| Maximum marks | 100 |
| Weightage | 30% |
| Last date (June exam) | 30 Apr 2027 |
| Last date (December exam) | 31 Oct 2026 |
| Medium | Hindi |
| Term-end exam (December 2026) | Sat, 19 Dec 2026, Morning (10:00 AM – 1:00 PM) |
About the MHD-22 assignment
The MHD-22 assignment covers Kabir’s poetry, devotion, social thought and place in literary and historical traditions. It is based on the complete course.
The assignment has three main questions worth 100 marks. Students explain three extracts, write three answers of about 500 words each and address five topics in about 150 words each.
What the assignment asks
| Question | Marks | Topic |
|---|---|---|
| Q1 (a) | 10 | Explain the extract about Kabir’s longing for Hari and his separation from the world in its context. |
| Q1 (b) | 10 | Explain the extract about speech, silence and conversation with wise and foolish people in its context. |
| Q1 (c) | 10 | Explain the extract about surrendering the ego, meeting Hari and the inexpressible nature of love in its context. |
| Q2 (i) | 15 | Discuss the main elements of Kabir’s devotion. |
| Q2 (ii) | 15 | Analyse the concept of maya in Kabir’s poetry. |
| Q2 (iii) | 15 | Discuss Kabir’s social consciousness. |
| Q3 (i) | 5 | Write about the Nath tradition and Gorakhnath. |
| Q3 (ii) | 5 | Discuss the importance of the Adi Granth for studying Kabir. |
| Q3 (iii) | 5 | Discuss figures of speech, imagery and symbols in Kabir’s poetry. |
| Q3 (iv) | 5 | Write about Kabir’s presence in historical texts. |
| Q3 (v) | 5 | Discuss Kabir in relation to the independence movement. |
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
- Explain each of the three poetry extracts with its context.
- Write each answer in Question 2 in approximately 500 words.
- Write each answer in Question 3 in approximately 150 words.
Submission dates: 30 April 2027 (June term-end exam); 31 October 2026 (December term-end exam). Dates can differ by session.
Frequently asked questions
Which sessions is the MHD-22 assignment for?
It is for the July 2026 and January 2027 sessions.
What are the maximum marks and weightage for MHD-22?
The assignment carries 100 marks and has a weightage of 30%.
What is the MHD-22 assignment code?
The printed assignment code is MHD-22/2026-2027.
What are the word limits for the MHD-22 assignment?
Question 2 answers should be about 500 words each, and Question 3 answers about 150 words each.
When is the MHD-22 assignment due?
The official listing gives 30 April 2027 for the June term-end exam and 31 October 2026 for the December term-end exam. The PDF gives different dates, and dates can differ by session.
In which medium is the MHD-22 assignment available?
The official listing gives Hindi as the available medium.
Other IGNOU MAHD assignments
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- MHD-05: साहित्य सिद्धांत और समालोचना
- MHD-10: प्रेमचंद की कहानियाँ
- MHD-11: हिंदी कहानी
- MHD-12: भारतीय कहानी
- MHD-15: हिंदी उपन्यास–2
- MHD-21: मीरा का विशेष अध्ययन
- MHD-23: मध्यकालीन कविता–1
- MHD-24: मध्यकालीन कविता–2
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.