IGNOU MSK-008 Assignment 2026-27
संस्कृत साहित्य: गद्य, पद्य एवं नाटक
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| Course code | MSK-008 |
|---|---|
| Course title | संस्कृत साहित्य: गद्य, पद्य एवं नाटक |
| Programme | Master of Arts (Sanskrit)MSK, MSKOL |
| School | School of Humanities |
| Assignment code | MSK-008/TMA/2026-2027 |
| Session | July 2026 and January 2027 |
| Maximum marks | 100 |
| Weightage | 30% |
| Last date (June exam) | 31 Mar 2027 |
| Last date (December exam) | 30 Sept 2026 |
| Medium | Hindi, Hindi/Sanskrit |
About the MSK-008 assignment
The MSK-008 assignment covers Sanskrit prose, poetry and drama. It tests contextual understanding of selected Sanskrit passages and knowledge of literary development, poetic description and the writing styles of major authors.
This tutor-marked assignment has two compulsory questions worth 50 marks each. Question 1 requires contextual explanations of any five of six passages. Question 2 requires five descriptive answers covering prose literature, Naishadhiyacharitam, Sriharsha, Nalachampu and Bhavabhuti. No answer word limits are specified.
What the assignment asks
| Question | Marks | Topic |
|---|---|---|
| Q1 | 5×10=50 | Explain any five of the six supplied Sanskrit verse and prose passages with reference to their context. |
| Q2 | 5×10 | Write five answers on the origin and development of prose literature, forest scenery in the first canto of Naishadhiyacharitam, Sriharsha’s poetic style, features of Nalachampu, and Bhavabhuti’s language and style with examples. |
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
- On the upper-right side of the first page, write your enrolment number, name, complete address and date.
- On the left side of the first page, include the course title and code, assignment code, and study centre name and code.
- Read the assignment and relevant study units carefully, then organise your notes logically before drafting answers.
- Present your understanding critically in your own words rather than reproducing the study material.
- For essay-style answers, include an introduction, a logically organised main discussion and a concluding summary.
- Check your answers for coherence, correct expression, spelling and grammar.
- Write the final answers neatly by hand and underline points you want to emphasise.
Submission dates: 31 March 2027 (June term-end exam); 30 September 2026 (December term-end exam). These follow the official listing; dates can differ by session.
Frequently asked questions
What is the MSK-008 assignment code for 2026-27?
The assignment code is MSK-008/TMA/2026-2027, for the July 2026 and January 2027 sessions.
What are the maximum marks and weightage of the MSK-008 assignment?
The assignment carries 100 marks. The official listing gives it a weightage of 30%.
How many questions must I attempt in MSK-008?
Both main questions are compulsory. Explain any five of the six passages in Question 1 and answer all five topics listed in Question 2.
What is the word limit for MSK-008 assignment answers?
The PDF does not specify an answer word limit.
What are the MSK-008 assignment submission deadlines?
The current official listing gives 31 March 2027 for the June term-end exam and 30 September 2026 for the December term-end exam. The PDF gives different session-based dates, so the listing dates are used here.
Which assignment mediums are available for MSK-008?
The official listing provides Hindi and Hindi/Sanskrit mediums.
Other IGNOU MSK assignments
- MSK-001: Sanskrit Sahityashastra Evam Sahitya
- MSK-002: व्याकरण
- MSK-003: Darshan: Nyaya, Vedanta, Sankhya Aur Mimamsa
- MSK-006: Bhasha Vigyan, Anuvad Evam Nibandh Lekhan
- MSK-011: बौद्ध और जैन अध्ययन
- MSK-012: Dharmashastra Evam Puranotihas
- MSKE-009: वेद : वैदिक संहिताएं और वैदिक व्याकरण
- MSKE-010: Darshanashastra: Brahmasutra, Yogasutra, Nyayasutra
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.