IGNOU MPS-004 Assignment 2026-27New
Comparative Politics: Issues and Trends
Last updated by IGNOU: 06 Nov 2026. Guide written from the official PDF on 07 Nov 2026, 08:56 pm.
December 2026 term-end exam
Fri, 08 Jan 2027 · 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 MPS-004 assignment front page →| Course code | MPS-004 |
|---|---|
| Course title | Comparative Politics: Issues and Trends |
| Programme | Master’s Degree Programme in Political Science (MPS)MPS |
| School | School of Social Sciences |
| Assignment code | MPS-004/ASST/TMA/2026-27 |
| 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 |
| Term-end exam (December 2026) | Fri, 08 Jan 2027, Morning (10:00 AM – 1:00 PM) |
About the MPS-004 assignment
The MPS-004 assignment covers approaches to comparative politics, theories of the state, globalisation, international organisations, constitutionalism, party systems and related issues.
It has two sections with five questions each. Answer five questions in total, choosing at least two from each section. Each question carries 20 marks and should be answered in about 500 words; short-note parts should be about 250 words each.
What the assignment asks
| Question | Marks | Topic |
|---|---|---|
| Q1 | 20 | Examine Gabriel Almond’s structural-functional approach. |
| Q2 | 20 | Explain political economy and discuss Wallerstein’s World Systems Theory. |
| Q3 | 20 | Compare social contract, evolutionary and Marxist accounts of the state’s origin. |
| Q4 | 20 | Discuss changes in the developing state under globalisation, privatisation and localisation. |
| Q5 | 20 | Write short notes on civil society’s role in democracy and globalisation’s effect on state sovereignty. |
| Q6 | 20 | Discuss how regional integration affects the state’s nature, functions and sovereignty. |
| Q7 | 20 | Describe the historical background and classifications of international organisations. |
| Q8 | 20 | Explain the meaning and origin of constitutionalism and compare its British and American models. |
| Q9 | 20 | Compare party systems and distinguish dominant-party from one-party systems. |
| Q10 | 20 | Write short notes distinguishing nationalism from related concepts and discussing gender and development. |
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
- Answer five questions, including at least two from each section.
- Use your own words and write approximately 500 words per question.
- For the short-note questions, write approximately 250 words for each part.
- Submit the completed assignment to the coordinator of your allotted Study Centre.
- Obtain and retain a receipt for the submitted assignment.
- If possible, keep a photocopy and ask the Study Centre to return the assignment after evaluation.
Submission dates: 31 March 2027 (June term-end exam); 30 September 2027 (December term-end exam). Dates can differ by session.
Frequently asked questions
What is the assignment code for MPS-004 in 2026-27?
The assignment code is MPS-004/ASST/TMA/2026-27.
How many questions must I answer?
Answer five questions, selecting at least two from each of the two sections.
What are the marks and weightage for the assignment?
The assignment is worth 100 marks, with a weightage of 30%.
What is the word limit for MPS-004 answers?
Write about 500 words per question. For short-note questions, write about 250 words for each part.
Where should I submit the assignment?
Submit it to the coordinator of your allotted Study Centre and retain the receipt.
When is the 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 can differ by session.
Other IGNOU MPS assignments
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- MPSE-006: Peace and Conflict Studies
- MPSE-007: Social Movements and Politics in India
- MPSE-008: State Politics in India
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.