Students in the IGNOU BSCANH programme can revise with the Introduction to Social and Cultural Anthropology (BANC-102) Previous Year Question Papers supplied in PDF format. It introduces the social and cultural sides of anthropology. Paper versions are available in English, Hindi.
A few rounds with previous papers can improve time management and build more confidence before the examination, while keeping each practice attempt focused on one saved session at a time. Access the BANC-102 Previous Year Question Papers below. Return to them during revision for the December 2026 Term-End Examination.
| Exam Session | View | Download |
|---|---|---|
| June 2026 Latest | 👁 View PDF | ⬇ Download |
| December 2025 | 👁 View PDF | ⬇ Download |
| June 2025 | 👁 View PDF | ⬇ Download |
| December 2024 | 👁 View PDF | ⬇ Download |
| December 2024 | June 2024 |
| December 2023 | June 2023 |
| December 2022 | June 2022 |
| December 2021 | June 2021 |
| December 2020 | June 2020 |
| December 2019 | June 2019 |
| December 2018 | June 2018 |
BANC-102 Previous/Old Paper Details
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Programme(s) | BSCANH |
| Course Code | BANC-102 |
| Course Title | Introduction to Social and Cultural Anthropology |
| Credits | 6 |
| School | School of Social Sciences (SOSS) |
| University | IGNOU |
| Medium | English, Hindi |
| Question Paper Till | June 2026 |
| Resource Type | Previous Year Question Papers (PDF) |
IGNOU BANC-102 Previous Year Question Papers FAQs
How can I get BANC-102 old papers?
Get BANC-102 old paper PDFs from ignoubaba.com. Keep recent and older sessions in separate folders, then choose one file at a time for revision practice.
Should recent BANC-102 papers be used before older ones?
Yes, beginning with a recent available paper is a sensible choice. Move backwards by session afterwards, without assuming that the next paper will follow the same pattern.
Can old papers replace IGNOU study material?
No, old papers should not replace the current IGNOU study material. Use them for practice after reading and revising the course content you need.
Is one-paper-at-a-time practice better?
Use one Introduction to Social and Cultural Anthropology paper at a time for easier review. Finish the attempt, check weak areas, and revise them before moving on.
What should I check after solving a paper?
Check wrong, missed and incomplete answers after every attempt. Note the weak areas, return to the relevant study material, and correct them before the next paper.
How should downloaded papers be arranged?
Arrange downloaded papers by exam session and keep the file names clear. This makes later practice easier and helps you see which sessions you have already completed.