BHIC-107 IGNOU Handwritten Assignment 2026-27

BHIC-107 (c. 1206-1550) Handwritten Assignment (Physical Hard Copy)

This assignment is a 100% physical hard copy written by experienced academic scribes on 80 GSM ruled A4 paper, formatted for direct submission to IGNOU study centres via Speed Post. It covers core syllabus blocks from the official BHIC-107 curriculum, ensuring full alignment with BAHIH (History) requirements.

Key Syllabus Units Covered

• -1:

  In-depth analysis of the Delhi Sultanate’s political, administrative, and socio-cultural foundations, including the rise of Turkic and Afghan dynasties (Slave Dynasty, Khalji, Tughlaq, Sayyid, and Lodi). Key themes include military conquests, administrative reforms, and the impact of foreign invasions on indigenous systems.

  • Critical examination of Qutub-ud-din Aibak’s governance and architectural legacy (Qutub Minar complex).
  • Role of Alauddin Khalji’s economic policies (land revenue reforms, market control) and military innovations.
  • Tughlaq Dynasty’s administrative innovations (devadhi system, market regulations) and socio-economic consequences.
• -2:

  Exploration of the political structures of the Delhi Sultanate, including provincial administration, military hierarchy, and the role of nobles (mansabdars) under the Mughals. Focus on decentralization, local autonomy, and the evolution of feudal relationships.

  • Hierarchy of military commands (mansabdari system) and its impact on regional governance.
  • Role of provincial governors (subahdars) and their interactions with central authority.
  • Comparative analysis of political fragmentation post-Lodi Dynasty and its transition into Mughal rule.
• -3:

  Societal transformations during the Delhi Sultanate, including caste dynamics, urbanization, and economic shifts. Analysis of guilds (sanghs), trade networks, and the impact of foreign trade on Indian economy.

  • Evolution of caste hierarchies under Islamic rule and the emergence of new socio-religious groups (e.g., Sufi orders).
  • Urban centers (Delhi, Multan, Bengal) as economic hubs and their role in trade with Persia, Arabia, and Southeast Asia.
  • Impact of land revenue systems (e.g., Tughlaq’s iqta system) on peasant communities.
• -4:

  Religious pluralism and artistic expression under the Delhi Sultanate, including syncretic trends, architectural patronage, and the depiction of religious themes in art.

  • Sufi mysticism and its integration with Hindu-Buddhist traditions (e.g., Chishti and Suhrawardi orders).
  • Architectural syncretism: Qutub Minar, Alai Darwaza, and the fusion of Islamic and indigenous styles.
  • Role of court poets (e.g., Amir Khusro) in documenting cultural synthesis through literature.

Assignment Features

• Neat human handwriting on 80 GSM ruled A4 paper for clarity and academic credibility.
• Attached official IGNOU front page with student details and course code for seamless submission.
• Printed question paper included for reference during assignment completion.
• Delivered via Indian Speed Post to your study centre address for timely submission.

FAQs

• Q: Is this assignment available in both English and Hindi?

  Yes. The handwritten assignment is provided in the language of your choice (English or Hindi) as per IGNOU’s BHIC-107 guidelines. All key terms and explanations are translated accurately for clarity.

• Q: How does this assignment ensure alignment with IGNOU’s evaluation criteria?

  The content is structured to cover all prescribed syllabus blocks (-1 to -4) with critical analysis, case studies, and references to primary sources (e.g., Firoz Shah Tughlaq’s inscriptions, Amir Khusro’s works). Each answer adheres to IGNOU’s word limits and academic rigor.