IGNOU TS-5 Assignment 2026-27New
Ecology, Environment and Tourism
Last updated by IGNOU: 21 Oct 2026. Guide written from the official PDF on 23 Oct 2026, 01:13 am.
| Course code | TS-5 |
|---|---|
| Course title | Ecology, Environment and Tourism |
| Programme | DTSCES, DTS, DTSOL, BTSOL, BTS, BATS, BATSOL |
| School | School of Social Sciences |
| Assignment code | TS-5/ TMA/ 2026 |
| Session | July 2026 and January 2027 |
| Maximum marks | 100 |
| Weightage | 30% |
| Last date (June exam) | 31 Mar 2027 |
| Last date (December exam) | 31 Oct 2026 |
| Medium | English, Hindi |
About the TS-5 assignment
The TS-5 assignment explores ecological concepts, environmental conservation and their connections with tourism. Topics include abiotic environments, Indian biomes, coastal development, tourism carrying capacity, wetlands, responsible tourism and the environmental effects of adventure sports.
This tutor-marked assignment offers ten questions, of which you must attempt any five. Each question carries 20 marks and requires an answer of about 600 words. The total is 100 marks. Question 5 contains five comparisons, while Question 10 asks for short notes on any two of three topics.
What the assignment asks
| Question | Marks | Topic |
|---|---|---|
| Q1 | 20 | Describe the components of the abiotic environment with examples and explain how they have changed over time. |
| Q2 | 20 | Discuss how Indian philosophical traditions understand the environment and its conservation. |
| Q3 | 20 | Identify India's biomes and explain, with examples, their potential role in promoting tourism. |
| Q4 | 20 | Examine environmental concerns that need consideration when developing coastal tourism. |
| Q5 | 5 X 4 =20 | Compare slow and fast environmental changes, freshwater and marine biomes, parasitism and mutualism, food chains and food webs, and tropical deciduous and rain forests. |
| Q6 | 20 | Explain tourism carrying capacity and why it is needed, using suitable examples. |
| Q7 | 20 | Explain what wetlands are, discuss their importance and suggest conservation measures. |
| Q8 | 20 | Explain responsible tourism and examine how it supports the preservation of nature. |
| Q9 | 20 | Critically assess the environmental effects of adventure sports using suitable examples. |
| Q10 | 2X10 = 20 | Write short notes on any two topics from ecosystems, environmental politics and the importance of biodiversity for tourism. |
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 five of the ten questions.
- Write about 600 words for each selected question.
- For Question 10, choose any two of the three short-note topics.
- Submit the assignment on time to the Coordinator of your Study Centre.
- Include your enrolment number, name, address, assignment code and Study Centre code on the first page.
- Obtain a submission receipt from the Study Centre and retain it.
- Keep a photocopy of the submitted assignment.
Submission dates: 31 March 2027 (June term-end exam); 31 October 2026 (December term-end exam). Dates differ by exam session.
Frequently asked questions
How many questions must I attempt in the TS-5 assignment?
Attempt any five of the ten questions. Each carries 20 marks.
What is the word limit for TS-5 assignment answers?
The PDF asks for about 600 words for each answer.
What are the maximum marks and weightage for TS-5?
The assignment is marked out of 100. The official listing gives it a weightage of 30%.
What are the TS-5 assignment submission deadlines?
The official listing gives 31 March 2027 for the June term-end exam and 31 October 2026 for the December term-end exam. Dates differ by exam session.
Where should I submit the TS-5 assignment?
Submit it to the Coordinator of your Study Centre. The booklet also requires you to obtain and retain a receipt and keep a photocopy.
Which sessions and languages are listed for this TS-5 assignment?
The listing covers July 2026 and January 2027, with English and Hindi available.
Other IGNOU CES assignments
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