About IGNOU BASOH – Bachelor of Arts Honours Sociology
The Bachelor of Arts Honours Sociology covers the systematic study of society, social institutions, and human relationships. The Self Learning Material (SLM) provided by the university is the primary resource designed to help students master complex sociological theories and research methods independently.
The study material is structured into several blocks, where each block focuses on a specific theme or historical period in sociology. For instance, a block might cover “Classical Sociological Thinkers” or “Social Stratification.” Within each block, there are usually 3 to 5 units. Each unit is like a chapter in a regular textbook but written in a conversational tone to make it easier for distant learners. When you start a new unit, always read the introduction and the structure first. This gives you a roadmap of what you are going to learn. Students should read the content line by line, making their own short notes in the margins to remember key sociological concepts like “Anomie,” “Social Fact,” or “Class Struggle.”
IGNOU BASOH Study Material is the only official source used by the university to set the Term End Examination (TEE) question papers. Many students make the mistake of buying expensive external guidebooks from the market, but these guides often miss the depth and nuance required for an Honours degree. The SLM includes a special section called “Check Your Progress” after every major topic. These are self-assessment questions that reflect the pattern of the actual exam. If you can answer these exercises without looking back at the text, you are well-prepared for the TEE. Relying on the official SLM ensures that you are studying the updated syllabus for 2026 and using the terminology that examiners expect to see in your answer scripts.
IGNOU BASOH Study Material Highlights
The following table provides a quick overview of the essential details regarding the Bachelor of Arts Honours Sociology resources for the current academic session.
| Feature | Details |
| Programme Name | Bachelor of Arts Honours Sociology |
| Programme Code | BASOH |
| Official Repository | eGyanKosh (IGNOU Digital Repository) |
| Format | Digital PDF via eGyanKosh and Printed Books |
| Academic Cycle | 2026 |
| Offering School | School of Social Sciences |
How to Use IGNOU BASOH Study Material for Exam Preparation
To prepare effectively for your exams, start by reading the “Learning Objectives” at the beginning of each unit. This tells you exactly what the university wants you to know by the end of that chapter. Do not rush through the pages; sociology requires you to understand why society functions the way it does. Use the “Check Your Progress” exercises religiously. These questions are very similar to the ones you will face in the Term End Examination. By solving them, you build the confidence needed to write long-form answers. Completing every unit in every block is vital because the exam covers the entire syllabus, and skipping even one block could result in missing high-weightage questions.
The official SLM is designed to match the TEE question patterns perfectly, often using the same headings and examples that appear in the exam. External guidebooks often oversimplify topics or provide outdated information, making them less reliable for a degree like the Bachelor of Arts Honours Sociology. If your course includes any project work or field journals, treat those manuals as seriously as your theory blocks. They provide the practical framework for sociological research. For 2026, ensure you are using the latest PDF versions from eGyanKosh, as the university sometimes updates the data or examples in the sociology blocks to reflect current social changes.
IGNOU BASOH Study Material: 2026
All the course blocks listed below are available in digital format on the official eGyanKosh portal. Students can view, read, and download these PDF files free of charge to support their studies.
| Course Code | Course Title | Download Link |
|---|---|---|
| BSOC 101 | Introduction to Sociology I | Click Here |
| BSOC 102 | Sociology of India I | Click Here |
| BSOC 103 | Introduction to Sociology II | Click Here |
| BSOC 104 | Sociology of India II | Click Here |
| BSOC 105 | Political Sociology | Click Here |
| BSOC 106 | Sociology of Religion | Click Here |
| BSOC 107 | Sociology of Gender | Click Here |
| BSOC 108 | Economic Sociology | Click Here |
| BSOC 109 | Sociology of Kinship | Click Here |
| BSOC 110 | Social Stratification | Click Here |
| BSOC 111 | Sociological Thinkers I | Click Here |
| BSOC 112 | Sociological Research Methods I | Click Here |
| BSOC 113 | Sociological Thinkers II | Click Here |
| BSOC 114 | Sociological Research Methods II | Click Here |
To access all blocks and units visit:
eGyanKosh – IGNOU Digital Repository
Important Note for Students
⚠️ Study material for 2026 is updated periodically by IGNOU. Always
download from
eGyanKosh using your programme code to ensure you have the latest version.
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