IGNOU MPSE-004 Assignment 2026-27New
Social and Political Thought in Modern India
Last updated by IGNOU: 05 Nov 2026. Guide written from the official PDF on 06 Nov 2026, 04:24 pm.
December 2026 term-end exam
Thu, 14 Jan 2027 · Morning (10:00 AM – 1:00 PM)
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Make the MPSE-004 assignment front page →| Course code | MPSE-004 |
|---|---|
| Course title | Social and Political Thought in Modern India |
| Programme | Master’s Degree Programme in Political Science (MPS)MASO, MAPS, MPS |
| School | School of Social Sciences |
| Assignment code | 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) | Thu, 14 Jan 2027, Morning (10:00 AM – 1:00 PM) |
About the MPSE-004 assignment
The MPSE-004 assignment explores social and political thought in India, including religion and politics, colonial modernity, Muslim thought, nationalism, social reform and women’s advancement. It also covers the ideas of Gandhi, Ambedkar, Nehru, Lohia and other thinkers.
This tutor-marked assignment has ten questions across two sections. Answer five questions, choosing at least two from each section. Each question carries 20 marks and normally requires about 500 words. Questions 5 and 10 each contain two short notes of about 250 words apiece. The assignment totals 100 marks and carries 30% weightage.
What the assignment asks
| Question | Marks | Topic |
|---|---|---|
| Q1 | 20 | Explain the influence of religion on political life in pre-modern India. |
| Q2 | 20 | Discuss the different scholarly perspectives on colonial modernity. |
| Q3 | 20 | Examine the various dimensions of Muslim thought in India. |
| Q4 | 20 | Compare the positions of Raja Rammohan Roy, Bankim and Phule with those of Dayananda. |
| Q5 | 20 | Write two short notes on Moderates and Extremists in Indian nationalism, and on the nationalist ideas of Vivekananda and Aurobindo Ghosh. |
| Q6 | 20 | Analyse Sir Syed Ahmad Khan’s ideas about Hindu-Muslim unity. |
| Q7 | 20 | Explain Pandita Ramabai’s role in women’s advancement and reform. |
| Q8 | 20 | Discuss Gandhi’s understanding of religion and its connection with politics. |
| Q9 | 20 | Examine Ambedkar’s reasons for fighting untouchability on multiple fronts. |
| Q10 | 20 | Write two short notes on Nehru’s scientific temper and Ram Manohar Lohia’s socialism. |
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 in total, including at least two from each section.
- Keep each full answer to about 500 words; for Questions 5 and 10, write about 250 words for each short note.
- Use your own words and read the assignment instructions in the Programme Guide before starting.
- Submit all required assignments within the specified time to be eligible for the term-end examination.
- Submit your completed work to the Coordinator of your allotted Study Centre.
- Collect and retain a submission receipt, and keep a photocopy of your work if possible.
- Ask the Study Centre to return your assignments after evaluation.
Submission dates: 31 March 2027 (June term-end exam); 30 September 2027 (December term-end exam).
Frequently asked questions
Which sessions does the MPSE-004 assignment cover?
It covers the July 2026 and January 2027 sessions. The assignment code is ASST/TMA/2026-27.
How many questions must I answer in MPSE-004?
Answer five of the ten questions, choosing at least two from each section. Each question carries 20 marks.
What is the word limit for the MPSE-004 assignment?
Each question requires about 500 words. Questions 5 and 10 require two short notes of about 250 words each.
What are the maximum marks and assignment weightage?
The assignment is marked out of 100 and has a weightage of 30%.
When and where should I submit the MPSE-004 assignment?
The listing gives 31 March 2027 for the June term-end exam and 30 September 2027 for the December term-end exam. Submit it to the Coordinator of your allotted Study Centre and retain the receipt.
In which languages is the MPSE-004 assignment available?
The official listing provides English and Hindi versions.
Other IGNOU MASO assignments
- MSO-101: Sociological Concepts and Theories-I
- MSO-102: Sociological Concepts and Theories-II
- MSO-103: Sociology in India-I
- MSO-104: Sociology in India-II
- MSO-106: Rural Sociology
- MSOE-105: Introduction to Urban Sociology
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.