IGNOU MPA-017 Assignment 2026-27
E-Governance
Last updated by IGNOU: 30 Jul 2026. Guide written from the official PDF on 08 Nov 2026, 08:56 am.
December 2026 term-end exam
Wed, 09 Dec 2026 · Evening (2:00 PM – 5:00 PM)
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Make the MPA-017 assignment front page →| Course code | MPA-017 |
|---|---|
| Course title | E-Governance |
| Programme | M.A. (Public Administration) MPAMPA |
| School | School of Social Sciences |
| Assignment code | MPA-17/Asst/TMA/2026-2027 |
| Session | July 2026 and January 2027 |
| Maximum marks | 50 |
| 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, 09 Dec 2026, Evening (2:00 PM – 5:00 PM) |
About the MPA-017 assignment
The MPA-017 assignment covers e-governance, information and communication technologies, public services, rural development, e-learning, e-commerce and access to information.
The Tutor Marked Assignment has two sections with five questions each. Answer five questions in total, including at least two from each section. Each answer should be about 400 words and carries 10 marks. The PDF states 50 marks for the assignment, while the listing gives 100 as the maximum marks.
What the assignment asks
| Question | Marks | Topic |
|---|---|---|
| Q1 | 10 | Discuss the stages through which e-governance develops. |
| Q2 | 10 | Discuss technologies used for information and communication. |
| Q3 | 10 | Explain the role of information and communication technology in delivering public services. |
| Q4 | 10 | Discuss how information and communication technology is applied to rural development. |
| Q5 | 10 | Examine the changing role of Panchayati Raj Institutions. |
| Q6 | 10 | Define e-learning and explain its significance. |
| Q7 | 10 | Define e-commerce and discuss its benefits. |
| Q8 | 10 | Write about the electronic trading system. |
| Q9 | 10 | Examine the Right to Information Act, 2005. |
| Q10 | 10 | Discuss the issues and challenges involved in implementing information and communication technology in governance. |
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 neatly in your own handwriting and express answers in your own words.
- Answer five questions, choosing at least two from each section.
- Keep each answer to approximately 400 words.
- Submit the assignment to the Coordinator of your allotted Study Centre.
- Obtain and retain a receipt from the Study Centre after submission.
- Keep a photocopy of the submitted assignment.
Submission dates: 31 March 2027 (June term-end exam; July 2026 session); 30 September 2027 (December term-end exam; January 2027 session). Dates differ by session.
Frequently asked questions
How many questions must I answer in the MPA-017 assignment?
Answer five questions in total, with at least two from each of the two sections.
What are the marks and weightage for MPA-017?
The PDF states that the assignment carries 50 marks, with 10 marks per question. The listing gives maximum marks as 100 and weightage as 30%.
What is the word limit for each answer?
Each answer should be approximately 400 words.
When is the MPA-017 assignment due?
The listing gives 31 March 2027 for the June term-end exam and 30 September 2027 for the December term-end exam. Dates differ by session.
Where should I submit the assignment?
Submit it to the Coordinator of your allotted Study Centre and retain the receipt.
Is the MPA-017 assignment available in Hindi?
The listing gives English and Hindi as available mediums.
Other IGNOU MPA assignments
- MPA-011: State, Society and Public Administration
- MPA-012: Administrative Theory
- MPA-013: Public Systems Management
- MPA-014: Human Resource Management
- MPA-016: Decentralisation and Local Governance
- MPA-018: Disaster Management
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.