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Master of Arts in Rural Development

IGNOU Master of Arts in Rural Development study materials, notes and PDFs.

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About Master of Arts in Rural Development (MARD)

Master of Arts in Rural Development (MARD) is a postgraduate programme offered by Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) through open and distance learning. The duration listed for it is 2 Years. Eligibility, fees, admission dates and the current syllabus can change from session to session, so please confirm them on the official IGNOU website before you apply or plan your exams.

On this page we have listed 6 subjects of Master of Arts in Rural Development, with 20 study-material PDFs you can open or download without logging in. The list below starts with Communication and Extension in Rural Development, Entrepreneurship and Rural Development, Land Reforms and Rural Development.

How to study MARD with these materials

  1. Open your subject below and read the blocks in order. Each block is split into units, so finish one unit and write a short summary in your own words before moving on.
  2. Do your assignments from the blocks, not from copied answers. Check the official assignment questions for your session on the IGNOU website and note the last date.
  3. Use the PYQ button next to each subject to open IGNOU's previous year question papers, and practise a few under timed conditions.
  4. In the last weeks before the term-end exam, revise from your own notes and re-read only the units you found difficult. See our exam preparation guide and the date sheet page.

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Subjects & Study Materials

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Communication and Extension in Rural Development

RDD07

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RDD07 Block-01: Block 1
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RDD07 Block-02: Block 2
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RDD07 Block-03: Block 3
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Entrepreneurship and Rural Development

MRDE04

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MRDE04 Block-01: Block 1
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MRDE04 Block-02: Block 2
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Land Reforms and Rural Development

MRDE03

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MRDE03 Block-01: Block 1
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MRDE03 Block-02: Block 2
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MRDE03 Block-03: Block 3
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RDD06

RDD06

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RDD06 Block-01: Health in Rural India
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RDD06 Block-02: Health Care – Programme and Performance
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RDD06 Block-03: Health Care – Planning and Management
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Rural Social Development

MRDE101

4 PDFsPYQ
MRDE101 Block-01: Block 1
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MRDE101 Block-02: Block 2
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MRDE101 Block-03: Block 3
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MRDE101 Block-04: Block 4
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Voluntary Action in Rural Development

MRDE02

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MRDE02 Block-01: Block 1
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MRDE02 Block-03: Block 3
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MRDE02 Block-04: Block 4
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Course Info

Programme
Master of Arts in Rural Development
Code
MARD
Level
PG
Duration
2 Years
Subjects
6 subjects
PDFs
20 available

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Frequently asked questions about MARD

Where can I download free study material for IGNOU MARD?

You can download free study material for IGNOU MARD on IGNOUStudy (ignoustudy.online). All notes, assignments and PDFs are available for free — no login required.

How many subjects are there in IGNOU MARD?

IGNOU MARD has 6 subjects with 20 study materials available for download on IGNOUStudy.

Is IGNOU MARD available through distance learning?

Yes, IGNOU Master of Arts in Rural Development is offered through distance learning mode by Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU). The duration of the programme is 2 Years.