IGNOU MRU-001 Assignment 2026-28
Introduction to the Culture and Civilization of Russia
Last updated by IGNOU: 29 Jul 2026. Guide written from the official PDF on 29 Oct 2026, 04:25 am.
| Course code | MRU-001 |
|---|---|
| Course title | Introduction to the Culture and Civilization of Russia |
| Programme | Master of Arts (Russian) (MARUS)MARUS |
| School | School of Foreign Languages |
| Session | Jan/July 2026 – Jan/July 2028 |
| Maximum marks | 100 |
| Weightage | 30% |
| Last date (June exam) | 15 Apr 2027 |
| Last date (December exam) | 31 Oct 2026 |
| Medium | English |
About the MRU-001 assignment
The MRU-001 assignment covers Russian history, cultural landmarks, literature and Soviet society. Its topics include the October Revolution, Red Square, Peter the Great, a Russian or Soviet writer, the collapse of the Soviet Union, and Soviet culture and ideology.
This tutor-marked assignment has five compulsory questions worth 20 marks each, totalling 100 marks. One question contains two short-note topics, while another requires discussion of a writer and one work. No word limits are specified. The listing covers July 2026 and January 2027, while the PDF gives a broader session range.
What the assignment asks
| Question | Marks | Topic |
|---|---|---|
| Q1 | 20 | Explain the October Revolution of 1917 in Russia. |
| Q2 | 20 | Write short notes about Red Square and Peter the Great. |
| Question 3 (printed as 2) | 20 | Choose a Russian or Soviet writer and discuss the writer alongside one of their works. |
| Q4 | 20 | Discuss the reasons behind the collapse of the Soviet Union. |
| Q5 | 20 | Describe the culture and ideology of the Soviet period. |
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 every question; all five are compulsory.
- Write the assignment by hand, neatly and clearly, using simple and correct Russian.
- Use your own understanding of the units rather than copying passages from the course material.
- Organise answers logically with suitable paragraphs and linking words; essay-style answers should include an introduction and a conclusion.
- At the top of the first response page, include your enrolment number, name, address and contact details, course title and code, Study Centre/Regional Centre, date and signature.
- Submit the assignment at your LSC/RC before appearing for the term-end examination; the PDF also advises enclosing a copy of your IGNOU student ID.
- Keep a copy, including a soft copy for future reference, and obtain a receipt from the Study Centre when submitting.
Submission dates: 15 April 2027 (June term-end exam); 31 October 2026 (December term-end exam). Dates can differ by session.
Frequently asked questions
What are the submission deadlines for the MRU-001 assignment?
The official listing gives 15 April 2027 for the June term-end exam and 31 October 2026 for the December term-end exam. Dates can differ by session.
Which sessions does this MRU-001 assignment cover?
The listing identifies July 2026 and January 2027. The PDF cover gives the broader range Jan/July 2026 to Jan/July 2028.
How many questions must I answer in MRU-001?
All five questions are compulsory. Each carries 20 marks, making a total of 100 marks.
What is the assignment weightage?
The official listing gives the MRU-001 assignment a weightage of 30%.
Should I write the assignment in Russian or English?
Although the listing identifies English as the available medium, the PDF guidelines require answers in simple and correct Russian. The assignment must be handwritten.
Where should I submit the assignment, and is submission compulsory?
Submit it at your LSC/RC. The PDF makes assignment submission a condition for appearing in the term-end examination and asks students to keep a copy and obtain a submission receipt.
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