IGNOU MRU-008 Assignment 2026-28
Russian Literature – II
Last updated by IGNOU: 29 Jul 2026. Guide written from the official PDF on 29 Oct 2026, 04:24 pm.
| Course code | MRU-008 |
|---|---|
| Course title | Russian Literature – II |
| 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-008 assignment
The MRU-008 assignment covers nineteenth-century literature, Chekhov’s contribution and fiction, Solzhenitsyn’s One Day in the Life of Ivan Denisovich, Karamzin’s Poor Liza, and socialist realism in Gorky’s Mother. It tests your understanding of literary themes, characters and historical significance.
This tutor-marked assignment has five compulsory questions worth 20 marks each, for a total of 100 marks. Questions 2 and 4 each contain two short-note topics. The guidelines require handwritten responses in simple, correct Russian. The current listing covers July 2026 and January 2027, while the PDF states a broader session range.
What the assignment asks
| Question | Marks | Topic |
|---|---|---|
| Q1 | 20 | Give a detailed account of your understanding of nineteenth-century literature. |
| Q2 | 20 | Write short notes on Chekhov’s importance in Russian literature and the central idea of his story The Death of a Government Clerk. |
| Q3 | 20 | Discuss the subject of Solzhenitsyn’s One Day in the Life of Ivan Denisovich and its significance in Russian literature of the second half of the twentieth century. |
| Q4 | 20 | Write short notes on the ideological content of Karamzin’s Poor Liza and the character of Liza. |
| Q5 | 20 | Explain socialist realism and examine its expression in Gorky’s novel Mother. |
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 all five questions; each carries 20 marks.
- Write the assignment by hand, neatly and clearly, using simple and correct Russian.
- Use your own understanding rather than copying passages from the course units.
- Organise ideas logically with suitable paragraphs and linking words; essay answers should include an introduction and 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.
- Enclose a copy of your IGNOU student ID and submit the assignment at your LSC/RC.
- Submit before appearing in the term-end examination, retain a copy including a soft copy, and obtain a submission receipt from your Study Centre.
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-008 assignment?
The current 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.
How many questions must I answer in MRU-008?
All five questions are compulsory. Each carries 20 marks, making a total of 100 marks.
What is the weightage of the MRU-008 assignment?
The official listing gives the assignment a weightage of 30%.
Should I write the MRU-008 assignment by hand and in Russian?
Yes. The PDF requires handwritten work and says answers should use simple and correct Russian.
Where should I submit the assignment, and what should I retain?
Submit it at your LSC/RC with a copy of your IGNOU student ID. Keep a copy, including a soft copy, and obtain a receipt from your Study Centre.
Which sessions does this MRU-008 assignment cover?
The current listing identifies July 2026 and January 2027. The PDF gives the broader range Jan/July 2026–Jan/July 2028.
Other IGNOU MARUS assignments
- MRU-001: Introduction to the Culture and Civilization of Russia
- MRU-002: Russian Grammar- 1
- MRU-003: Business Russian
- MRU-004: Russian Phonetics
- MRU-005: Translation
- MRU-006: Russian Grammar -2
- MRU-007: Russian Literature – 1
- MRU-009: Interpretation
- MRU-010: Russia in the Global Affairs
- MRU-011: Introduction to the Research Methodology
- MRUP-012: Project Work
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.