BANC-102 · June 2023 · English
IGNOU BANC-102 June 2023 Previous Year Question Paper
Introduction To Social And Cultural Anthropology
Structured previous year question paper for BANC-102, June 2023 session.
Max marks: 100 · Questions: 9
Verified: 29 Jul 2026
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE (HONOURS)
IN ANTHROPOLOGY (BSCANH)
Term-End Examination
June, 2023
BANC-102 : INTRODUCTION TO SOCIAL AND
CULTURAL ANTHROPOLOGY
Time : 3 Hours Maximum Marks : 100
Note :
(i) Attempt five questions. All questions
carry equal marks.
(ii) There are three Sections. Attempt two
questions each from Sections A and B.
(iii) Section C is compulsory.
(iv) Word limit for a 20 marks question is
400 words and for a 10 marks question
it is 200 words.
Section&A
Q1.Discuss why British and American Anthropology began differently with focus on Society and Culture, respectively.
Q2.Discuss the rel ationship of anthropology with History and Demography. 20 [ 2 ]
Q3.Define culture and discuss the characteristics of culture.
Q4.Write short notes on any two of the following :
(a) Status and role
(b) Kinship
(c) Marxism Section&B
Q5.Define the following theories and approaches :
(a) Diffusionsim
(b) Functionalism
Q6.Discuss the tools and techniques used in anthropological fieldwork.
Q7.Define marriage. Discuss the different ways of acquiring a mate.
Q8.Write short notes on any two of the following :
(a) Family and household
(b) Geneaology
(c) Fieldwork tradition Section&C (Compulsory)
Q9.Using rituals as a topic , discuss the steps in preparing a synopsis. 20 2023 -102 [ 5 ]