IGNOU MSO-104 Assignment 2026-27
Sociology in India-II
Last updated by IGNOU: 27 Jul 2026. Guide written from the official PDF on 01 Nov 2026, 04:26 am.
| Course code | MSO-104 |
|---|---|
| Course title | Sociology in India-II |
| Programme | Master’s Degree Programme in Sociology (MA Sociology)MASO |
| School | School of Social Sciences |
| Assignment code | MSO-104/AST/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 |
About the MSO-104 assignment
The MSO-104 assignment covers tribal societies in India, the tribe–caste relationship, and perspectives on tribal development. It also examines religion, politics, secularization, religious organizations, pluralism, development and social movements.
This Tutor Marked Assignment offers ten questions, each worth 20 marks. Students must answer any five in about 500 words each, for a total of 100 marks. The assignment carries 30% weightage.
What the assignment asks
| Question | Marks | Topic |
|---|---|---|
| Q1 | 20 | Describe the defining features of tribes in India and examine anthropological and sociological approaches to studying tribal societies. |
| Q2 | 20 | Examine how tribe and caste relate to each other in India. |
| Q3 | 20 | Critically compare Verrier Elwin’s and G.S. Ghurye’s views on tribal development and integration in India. |
| Q4 | 20 | Explore the connections between religion and politics. |
| Q5 | 20 | Explain secularization and examine its processes and implications in modern societies. |
| Q6 | 20 | Examine how religious organizations are structured and the functions they perform in society. |
| Q7 | 20 | Explain social movements through their origins, constituent elements and dimensions. |
| Q8 | 20 | Explain religious pluralism and assess its importance in India’s multicultural setting. |
| Q9 | 20 | Examine the relationship between religion and development, including religious influences on social and economic change. |
| Q10 | 20 | Describe the features of new social movements and distinguish them from traditional social movements. |
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
- Choose any five questions and write about 500 words for each answer.
- Write answers in your own words rather than copying from other students.
- Read the relevant course units and organize your points logically before drafting.
- Present answers neatly, with attention to introductions and conclusions, and underline points you want to emphasize.
- Submit the assignment to the Coordinator of your allotted Study Centre.
- Obtain and retain a submission receipt, and keep a photocopy of the assignment if possible.
- Ask the Study Centre to return your assignment after evaluation.
Submission dates: 31 March 2027 (June term-end exam); 30 September 2027 (December term-end exam). Dates differ by admission session.
Frequently asked questions
How many questions must I answer in the MSO-104 assignment?
Answer any five of the ten questions. Each question carries 20 marks.
What is the word limit for each MSO-104 answer?
Each answer should be about 500 words.
What are the maximum marks and weightage for MSO-104?
The assignment is marked out of 100 and carries 30% weightage.
What are the submission deadlines for the July 2026 and January 2027 sessions?
The July 2026 batch deadline is 31 March 2027, and the January 2027 batch deadline is 30 September 2027. The listing gives these as the June and December term-end exam deadlines, respectively.
Where should I submit the MSO-104 assignment?
Submit it to the Coordinator of your allotted Study Centre. Obtain a receipt and retain it.
Is the MSO-104 assignment available in English and Hindi?
The official listing shows both English and Hindi mediums.
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-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.