IGNOU MLII-101 Assignment 2026-27
Information Sources, Systems and Services
Last updated by IGNOU: 05 Aug 2026. Guide written from the official PDF on 25 Oct 2026, 04:23 am.
| Course code | MLII-101 |
|---|---|
| Course title | Information Sources, Systems and Services |
| Programme | Master’s Degree Programme in Library and Information ScienceMLIS |
| School | School of Social Sciences |
| Assignment code | AST/TMT/ Jul.2026-Jan.2027 (Tutor Marked Assignment); AST/PRAC/ Jul.2026-Jan.2027 (Practical) |
| 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 MLII-101 assignment
The MLII-101 assignment covers Units 1–19 and examines information sources, information systems, media, information professionals and information services. Topics include information consolidation, citation analysis, environmental information, trade literature and specialist information resources.
The PDF provides a 50-mark tutor-marked assignment and a separate 50-mark practical component. The written assignment has five equally weighted question groups: choose one alternative in each of the first four groups and write notes on two topics in the fifth. The practical contains three compulsory tasks worth 25, 10 and 15 marks, with details supplied by the counsellor.
What the assignment asks
| Question | Marks | Topic |
|---|---|---|
| TMA Q1.1 | 10 | Explain the work, outputs and services of centres that analyse and consolidate information. |
| TMA Q1.2 (alternative) | 10 | Describe how humanities information systems and programmes are organised in India. |
| TMA Q2.1 | 10 | Explain the main categories of non-print media using suitable examples. |
| TMA Q2.2 (alternative) | 10 | Explain citation analysis and discuss journal-ranking methods and their importance. |
| TMA Q3.1 | 10 | Describe the aims, functions and services of the Environmental Information System (ENVIS). |
| TMA Q3.2 (alternative) | 10 | Discuss the features of trade and product bulletins as sources of trade information. |
| TMA Q4.1 | 10 | Identify categories of information professionals and explain types of information dissemination with examples. |
| TMA Q4.2 (alternative) | 10 | Identify the components of mass media and explain how media professionals serve as information sources. |
| TMA Q5.0 | 10 | Write short notes on any two topics from marketing professionals, statistical reviews, AGRIS and J-gate. |
| Practical Q1 | 25 | Develop an electronic newsletter on a library and information science subject. |
| Practical Q2 | 10 | Demonstrate familiarity with finding the names of electronic journal service providers. |
| Practical Q3 | 15 | Prepare an author affiliation index, distinguish it from a corporate author index and explain its usefulness in locating information sources. |
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
- Write the assignment by hand in English or Hindi; typed work and computer printouts are not accepted.
- Use foolscap-size paper, leave a three-inch left margin and at least four lines between answers, and identify each answer by its question number.
- On the first page, place your enrolment number, name, full address and dispatch date on the right; place the programme and course titles/codes, assignment number, and study centre name and code on the left.
- Complete all required answers, following the alternatives and topic choices specified in the written assignment; attempt all three practical tasks.
- Explain relevant course-material points in your own words. Reproducing answers from the units can earn zero marks, while copying another student's work can lead to rejection.
- Use the assignment set for your admission session. Its validity is one year; if you miss the session deadline, follow the instruction to attempt a fresh set for a subsequent session.
- Submit the assignment by the applicable deadline to the Coordinator or Programme In-charge of your allotted Study Centre.
- Obtain the practical-work details from the concerned counsellor.
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 MLII-101 assignment cover?
It is for the July 2026 and January 2027 sessions and covers Units 1–19.
What are the marks and weightage for MLII-101?
The listing gives 100 maximum marks and 30% weightage. The PDF divides the work into a 50-mark tutor-marked assignment and a separate 50-mark practical component.
What are the MLII-101 assignment submission deadlines?
The listing gives 31 March 2027 for the June term-end exam and 30 September 2027 for the December term-end exam. The PDF associates these dates with the July 2026 and January 2027 sessions respectively.
Do I need to answer both alternatives in each written question?
No. The first four question groups each offer two alternatives joined by OR. Choose one from each group. For Question 5, write short notes on any two of the four listed topics.
Can I submit a typed MLII-101 assignment in Hindi?
Hindi and English are both allowed, but typed assignments and computer printouts are not permitted.
Where should I submit the assignment and get practical instructions?
Submit it to the Coordinator or Programme In-charge of your allotted Study Centre. The concerned counsellor will provide the practical-work details.
Other IGNOU MLIS assignments
- MLI-101: Information, Communication and Society
- 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
- MLII-102: Information Processing and Retrieval
- MLII-103: Fundamentals of Information Communication Technologies
- MLII-104: Information Communication Technologies-Applications
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