IGNOU OMU-001 Assignment 2026
Introduction to Hindustani Music
Last updated by IGNOU: 21 Sept 2026. Guide written from the official PDF on 19 Oct 2026, 03:13 pm.
| Course code | OMU-001 |
|---|---|
| Course title | Introduction to Hindustani Music |
| Programme | CPAHM |
| Assignment code | OMU-001/AST-1 |
| Session | July 2026 |
| Maximum marks | 30 |
| Weightage | 30% |
| Last date (June exam) | 30 Nov 2026 |
| Last date (December exam) | — |
| Medium | English |
About the OMU-001 assignment
The OMU-001 assignment covers the history of Indian music, contributions of ancient music scholars, and practical musical concepts. Its topics include raga features, alankars in shudh swaras, and thekas of specified taals.
Assignment 1 (LMA-1) offers five questions, of which students must attempt any three. Each question carries 10 marks, making the assignment total 30 marks in the PDF. The official listing separately gives maximum marks of 100 and a weightage of 30%.
What the assignment asks
| Question | Marks | Topic |
|---|---|---|
| Q1 | 10 | Discuss the historical background of Indian music. |
| Q2 | 10 | Describe the contribution of either Bharat or Matang to ancient Indian music. |
| Q3 | 10 | Describe one raga from the syllabus, including its aroh-avroh and pakad. |
| Q4 | 10 | Write five alankars using shudh swaras. |
| Q5 | 10 | Write the theka of either Ektaal or Keharwa. |
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
- Attempt any three of the five questions.
- Each question carries 10 marks.
- Submit the assignment by 30 November 2026.
Submission dates: 30 November 2026 (June term-end exam, as listed); December term-end exam deadline not provided.
Frequently asked questions
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