IGNOU MLI-101 Assignment 2026-27
Information, Communication and Society
Last updated by IGNOU: 05 Aug 2026. Guide written from the official PDF on 24 Oct 2026, 04:24 pm.
| Course code | MLI-101 |
|---|---|
| Course title | Information, Communication and Society |
| Programme | Master’s Degree Programme in Library and Information ScienceMLIS |
| School | School of Social Sciences |
| Assignment code | AST/TMA/Jul.2026-Jan.2027 |
| 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 |
About the MLI-101 assignment
The MLI-101 assignment covers Units 1–16. It explores data, information and knowledge, information diffusion, text mining, knowledge management and the information society, with attention to library services and the role of library professionals.
The listing gives a maximum of 100 marks. The PDF separately specifies a 50-mark Tutor Marked Assignment and a 50-mark seminar. The written assignment has five compulsory question groups worth 10 marks each, with alternatives in the first four. The fifth asks for short notes on any two listed topics. The seminar topic is selected by the counsellor, and performance is evaluated at the study centre.
What the assignment asks
| Question | Marks | Topic |
|---|---|---|
| Q1.1 | 10 | Define data, information and knowledge, and explain how libraries handle them when organising services. |
| Q1.2 (alternative) | 10 | Explain the factors contributing to the growth of information in the present context. |
| Q2.1 | 10 | Discuss factors influencing information diffusion and their effects on library services. |
| Q2.2 (alternative) | 10 | Explain data in relation to its modes of presentation in libraries and information centres. |
| Q3.1 | 10 | Explain text mining and its uses in accessing and managing information. |
| Q3.2 (alternative) | 10 | Discuss knowledge management systems, including practical approaches and strategies. |
| Q4.1 | 10 | Define the information society and discuss its technological and economic perspectives. |
| Q4.2 (alternative) | 10 | Present arguments for and against viewing library and information science professionals as knowledge professionals. |
| Q5.1 | 10 | Write short notes on any two topics chosen from multivariate data, the knowledge economy, the digital divide and the information society. |
| Seminar | 50 | Present a seminar on a counsellor-selected topic following Annexure-1 of the Programme Guide. |
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
- Use the assignment set for your admission session; its validity is one year, and missing the session deadline requires attempting a fresh set for a subsequent session.
- Write your answers by hand in English or Hindi; typed assignments and computer printouts are not accepted.
- On the first page, put your enrolment number, name, full address and dispatch date at the top right, and programme details, course details, assignment number, and study centre name and code at the top left.
- Use foolscape-size paper, leave a three-inch left margin and at least four lines between answers, and identify each answer by its question number.
- Complete every required question group, following the alternatives shown and the instruction to choose two short-note topics.
- Explain relevant course-material points in your own words; reproducing unit content can receive zero marks, and copying another student's answers can lead to rejection.
- Submit the assignment to the Coordinator or Programme In-charge of your allotted study centre by the applicable deadline.
- Complete the assignment and participate in the seminar/practical to qualify for the term-end examination; follow the Programme Guide's Annexure-1 for the seminar.
Submission dates: 31 March 2027 (June term-end exam; July 2026 session); 30 September 2027 (December term-end exam; January 2027 session).
Frequently asked questions
Which sessions does the MLI-101 assignment cover?
It is for the July 2026 and January 2027 sessions and covers Units 1–16.
What are the maximum marks and weightage for MLI-101?
The listing gives 100 maximum marks and 30% weightage. The PDF separately shows 50 marks for the written Tutor Marked Assignment and 50 marks for the seminar.
Do I need to answer every alternative in the written assignment?
All five question groups are compulsory. Choose one alternative in each of the first four groups, then write short notes on any two topics in the fifth group.
Can I submit a typed MLI-101 assignment in Hindi?
Hindi and English are both permitted, but typed assignments and computer printouts are not accepted.
When and where should I submit the MLI-101 assignment?
Submit it to the Coordinator or Programme In-charge of your allotted study centre. The deadlines are 31 March 2027 for the June term-end exam and 30 September 2027 for the December term-end exam, corresponding to the July 2026 and January 2027 sessions respectively.
Who selects the MLI-101 seminar topic?
The course counsellor selects the topic using the model topics in the Programme Guide. Follow Annexure-1 of that guide; the study centre evaluates the presentation. The seminar code is AST/SEM/ Jul.2026-Jan.2027.
Other IGNOU MLIS assignments
- MLI-102: Management of Library and Information Centres
- MLIE-101: Preservation and Conservation of Library Materials
- MLIE-102: Research Methodology
- MLIE-103: Academic Library System
- MLIE-104: Technical Writing
- MLIE-105: Informetrics and Scientometrics
- MLIE-106: Public Library System and Services
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.