IGNOU MLIE-101 Assignment 2026-27
Preservation and Conservation of Library Materials
Last updated by IGNOU: 05 Aug 2026. Guide written from the official PDF on 24 Oct 2026, 04:25 pm.
| Course code | MLIE-101 |
|---|---|
| Course title | Preservation and Conservation of Library Materials |
| 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 MLIE-101 assignment
The MLIE-101 assignment covers conservation methods, environmental damage, magnetic media, book pests, non-book materials, disaster planning, binding adhesives and microfilming. It also includes short-note topics on recovery methods, digitisation, historical materials, paper and cleaning.
The tutor-marked assignment covers Units 1–16 and carries 50 marks. Attempt five questions worth 10 marks each: choose one alternative in each of the first four questions and write notes on two topics in the fifth. A separate 50-mark seminar covers Units 1–15. The official listing gives 100 maximum marks and 30% weightage.
What the assignment asks
| Question | Marks | Topic |
|---|---|---|
| Q1 | 10 | Explain conservation and preservation measures for library materials, or discuss environmental conditions that damage library artifacts. |
| Q2 | 10 | Explain magnetic storage media and their care and handling, or discuss how common book pests damage library materials. |
| Q3 | 10 | Discuss suitable physical conditions and circulation policies for preserving non-book materials, or explain disaster-planning guidelines. |
| Q4 | 10 | Discuss bookbinding adhesives and IS 3050 recommendations, or examine the advantages and disadvantages of microfilming library materials. |
| Q5 | 10 | Write short notes on any two topics from dehumidification for recovery, benefits of digitisation, clay tablets, paper varieties, and cleaning and stain removal. |
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
- Submit the assignment to the Coordinator or Programme In-charge of your allotted Study Centre by the applicable deadline.
- Use the assignment set for your admission session; its validity is one year, and missing the deadline requires attempting the fresh set for the subsequent session.
- Follow the prescribed first-page layout: put your enrolment number, name, full address and dispatch date on the right, and programme, course, assignment and Study Centre details on the left.
- Write your answers by hand on foolscape-size paper; typed work and computer printouts are not allowed.
- Leave a three-inch left margin and at least four lines between answers, and write the question number with each answer.
- Complete all five questions, following the alternatives in Questions 1–4 and choosing two short-note topics in Question 5.
- Explain relevant course-material points in your own words. Reproducing answers from the units earns zero, while copying another student's work leads to rejection.
- Present the seminar according to Annexure-1 of the Programme Guide; the course counsellor selects its topic, and the Study Centre evaluates it.
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
What are the maximum marks and weightage for MLIE-101?
The official listing gives 100 maximum marks and 30% weightage. The PDF separately specifies a 50-mark tutor-marked assignment and a 50-mark seminar.
How many questions must I attempt in the MLIE-101 assignment?
Attempt all five questions, each worth 10 marks. Choose one alternative in each of Questions 1–4 and write short notes on any two listed topics in Question 5.
What are the submission dates for the 2026–27 assignment?
The deadline is 31 March 2027 for the June term-end exam, corresponding to the July 2026 session, and 30 September 2027 for the December term-end exam, corresponding to the January 2027 session. Deadlines differ by session.
Can I write the MLIE-101 assignment in Hindi?
Yes. The PDF permits answers in English or Hindi, and the official listing shows both mediums.
Can I submit a typed MLIE-101 assignment?
No. The PDF does not permit typed assignments or computer printouts. Use foolscape-size paper and follow the specified margins and answer spacing.
Is there a seminar for MLIE-101?
Yes. The seminar carries 50 marks and covers Units 1–15. Follow Annexure-1 of the Programme Guide. The counsellor decides the topic using the suggested model topics, and performance is evaluated at the Study Centre.
Other IGNOU MLIS assignments
- MLI-101: Information, Communication and Society
- MLI-102: Management of Library and Information Centres
- 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.