All students can download here Assignments of Indira Gandhi National Open University (Ignou) Diploma in Tourism Studies (DTS) TS-1 to TS-3 and TS-4 to TS-6 for academic session January, 2016. Indira Gandhi National Open University Maidan Garhi, New Delhi - 110068
ASSIGNMENT SUBMISSION SCHEDULE
For January Session
| Compulsory Course | Last Date | Optional Course | Last Date |
| TS-1 | April 15, 2015 | TS-4 | October 15, 2015 |
| TS-2 | April 15, 2015 | TS-5 | October 15, 2015 |
| TS-3 | October 15, 2015 | TS-6 | October 15, 2015 |
| Compulsory Course | Last Date | Optional Course | Last Date |
| TS-1 | October 15, 2015 | TS-4 | April 15, 2016 |
| TS-2 | October 15, 2015 | TS-5 | April 15, 2016 |
| TS-3 | April 15, 2016 | TS-6 | April 15, 2016 |
Course Code: TS-1
Programme: BTS
Total Mark: 100
Assignment Code: TS-1/TMA/2015
Note: This TMA consists of two parts.
Part I consists of two questions out of which you have to attempt any one. The question carries 25 marks and should be answered in about 700 words.
Part II consists of 8 questions. Attempt any five in about 500 words each. Each question carries 15 marks.
Send your TMA to the Coordinator of your Study Centre
Part – I
1. Define Tourism. Discuss the forms & types of tourism.
25
OR
2. Discuss the purpose of tourism.
25
Part – II
1. What is the objective behind studying the history of tourism?
15
2.Write short notes on the following:
(5X3=15)
(a)Silk Route
(b)Alternative Tourism
(c)Grand Tour
3. Discuss the Primary / Major constituents of tourism industry.
15
4.What is the purpose of legislation covering the hospitality sector?
15
5.Explain the various types of accommodation.
15
6.Write a detailed note on Dilli Haat.
15
7.Discuss the link-between seasonality and employment potential at a destination
15
8.Define infrastructure. Mention the relationship between infrastructure and tourism.
15
TS-2: TOURISM DEVELOPMENT: PRODUCTS, OPERATIONS AND CASE STUDIES
Course Code: TS-2
Programme: BTS
Total Marks: 100
Assignment Code: TS-2/TMA/2015
Note: This TMA consists of two parts.
Part I consists of two questions out of which you have to attempt any one. The question carries 25 marks and should be answered in about 700 words.
Part II consists of 8 questions. Attempt any five in about 500 words each. Each question carries 15 marks.
Send your TMA to the Coordinator of your Study Centre.
PART – I
1.Describe various factors that are analyzed to study demographic profiles and their
importance in tourism planning.
25
OR
2. Highlight the steps that have been suggested for the conservation of Ajanta, Ellora and
Elephanta.
25
PART – II
1.What are the methods of profiling tourists? How does it help in promoting a destination?15
2.Write some common problems a tour operator might face while conducting a city tour. 15
3.
Examine the importance of dance and music in promoting tourism in India.
15
4.
How are Resorts different from Hotels? Discuss the features of a beach resort?
15
5.
What do you understand by the term Ethnic Tourism? Discuss the positive and negative
effects of development of the same.
15
6.
Evaluate the success of “Palace on wheels”. Also express your views for further
modification.
15
7.
Discuss the characteristics of the European tourist market.
15
8.
Write short notes on any two of the following in about 250 words each.
(7.5 x2=15)
a)Highway Tourism
b)Heritage Hotels
c)Museums as tourist attractions
TS-3: MANAGEMENT IN TOURISM
Course Code: TS-3
Programme: BTS
Total Marks: 100
Assignment Code: TS-3/TMA/2015
Note: This TMA consists of two parts.
Part I consists of two questions out of which you have to attempt any one. The question carries 25 marks and should be answered in about 700 words.
Part II consists of 8 questions. Attempt any five in about 500 words each. Each question carries 15 marks.
Send your TMA to the Coordinator of your Study Centre.
PART-I
1.
What do you understand by Information Management? Discuss the significance of
Information Technology in the Tourism Industry.
25
OR
2.
What is the importance of Public Relation in Marketing? Also discuss the obstacles faced
by PR in terms of tourism in India.
25
PART-II
1.
What do you understand by Organization Structure? Discuss the classical approach to
organizations.
15
2.
What do you understand by Sole Proprietorship? Discuss the advantages of Sole
Proprietorship.
15
3.
Define the term Human Resource Management and discuss its valued importance for the
tourism industry.
15
4.
What do you mean by Balance Sheet and identify its purposes.
15
5.
Write short notes on the followings
(3x 5 = 15)
a)Division of work & Departmentalization
b)Span of control & Delegation of authority
c)Types of control
6.Discuss the characteristics of the hotel business.
15
7.What is the importance of scheduling in airlines operation? List some important challenges before the airlines.
15
8.
How would you define a business traveller? What are the advantages of business travellers for destinations?
15
TS-4: INDIAN CULTURE: PERSPECTIVE FOR TOURISM
Course Code: TS-4
Programme: BTS
Total Marks: 100
Assignment Code: TS-4/TMA/2015
Note: This TMA consists of two parts.
Part I consists of two questions out of which you have to attempt any one. The question carries 25 marks and should be answered in about 700 words.
Part II consists of 8 questions. Attempt any five in about 500 words each. Each question carries 15 marks.
Send your TMA to the Coordinator of your Study Centre.
PART – I
1.
Describe in detail the chief features of Indian cultural heritage.
25
OR
2.
Discuss the historical evolution of India classical dances.
25
PART – II
1.
Write a note on Bhakti and Sufi movements in India.
15
2.
What do you mean by Nritta? How it is different from Abhinaya.
15
3.
Give a detail account on the role and functions of India’s major rituals, customs and
ceremonies.
15
4.
What are the salient features of modern Indian theatre?
15
5.
Discuss various sculptural forms of ancient India.
15
6.
Describe the role of Museum in educating tourist. What is the difference between the
archaeological museum and craft museum?
15
7.
Do you agree that use of handicrafts in tourism promotion has improved the condition of
artisans in India? Give your opinion with suitable examples.
15
8.
Write short notes on any 3 of the followings.
(5 x3=15)
a)Santhal Tribes
b)Indian Jewellery
c)Tourism Policy in India
d)Rock – cut architecture
TS-5: ECOLOGY, ENVIRONMENT AND TOURISM
Course Code: TS-5
Programme: BTS
Total Mark: 100
Assignment Code: TS-5/TMA/2015
Note: This TMA consists of two parts.
Part I consists of two questions out of which you have to attempt any one. The question carries 25 marks and should be answered in about 700 words.
Part II consists of 8 questions. Attempt any five in about 500 words each. Each question carries 15 marks.
Send your TMA to the Coordinator of your Study Centre.
PART – I
1. What do you understand by the term ‘carrying capacity’? Discuss its relevance and application in tourism development. 25
OR
2. Discuss the various Bio-geographical regions of India.
25
PART-II
1. Discuss some of the prominent features of wetlands.15
2. What do you understand by the terms ‘Preservation’ and ‘Conservation’? Discuss their significance in tourism development?
15
3. Discuss the role of host population in tourism planning and development.
15
4. Describe in brief some of the major Acts passed by the Government of India for protecting the Environment.
15
5. Write short notes on the followings:
(5x3=15)
a.Fiscal Concession
b.Chipko Movement
c.Multiplier Effect
6. Explain the concept of Alternative tourism with appropriate examples.
15
7. Discuss the inter-relationship between Tourism and Ecosystem?
15
8. Discuss how Visitors’ Behavior at Tourist Sites affects its Environment.
15
TS-6: TOURISM MARKETING
Course Code: TS-6
Programme: BTS
Total Marks: 100
Assignment Code: TS-6/TMA/2015
Note: This TMA consists of two parts.
Part I consists of two questions out of which you have to attempt any one. The question carries 25 marks and should be answered in about 700 words.
Part II consists of 8 questions. Attempt any five in about 500 words. Each question carries 15 marks.
Send your TMA to the Coordinator of your Study Centre.
PART-I
1. Explain the concept and need of market segmentation in tourism marketing? Discuss how tourism markets are segmented.
25
OR
2. Discuss the role played by NGO’s at various tourist destinations.
25
PART-II
1.Differentiate between Monopolistic and Oligopolistic Competition with suitable examples. 15
2. Discuss the importance of technology in tourism trade.
15
3. “Cuisine has a prominent role in tourism promotion”. Justify the statement.
15
4.Discuss the fundamental elements of tourism marketing mix.
15
5.What is FAM Tours? Discuss the importance of FAM tours in tourism industry.
15
6. Describe the role of ‘Commissions’ in tourism marketing.
15
7. Enumerate the impact of “Costs” and “Demand” while developing pricing strategies for a tourism product.
15
8. Discuss the various features of Airlines Marketing. Outline benefits of having an appropriate Marketing Plan for Airlines Business?
15
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