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Co-operative Societies (Part IXB)

Subject: Polity

Book: Indian Polity by M. Laxmikanth

Introduced by the 97th Amendment (2011), Part IXB constitutionalizes co-operative societies, emphasizing their democratic, autonomous, and voluntary nature. It mandates regular elections, fixed terms for board members, and an independent authority for disputes. Co-operatives play a pivotal role in sectors like agriculture, credit, consumer goods, and housing, ensuring people-centric economic empowerment. State laws must align with these constitutional provisions, fostering transparency and accountability. Despite potential political interference and financial irregularities, co-ops remain powerful tools for local development. Proper adherence to Part IXB can revitalize cooperative movements, bridging economic inequalities and fostering collective self-reliance at grassroots levels.

Practice Questions

Who among the following can recommend the dissolution of the Lok Sabha?

राष्ट्रपति की नियुक्ति में किस संस्था का योगदान महत्वपूर्ण होता है?

Which article of the Indian Constitution provides for the protection of interests of minorities?

भारतीय संविधान में नागरिकों के मौलिक अधिकार किस दस्तावेज़ में वर्णित हैं?

What is the role of the Election Commission of India?

संसद के अध्यक्ष को किस नाम से जाना जाता है?

वरिष्ठ न्यायाधीशों की नियुक्ति में किस समिति का योगदान होता है?

What is the minimum age for a person to become the Chief Minister of a state in India?

भारतीय न्यायपालिका की स्वतंत्रता का मूल सिद्धांत क्या है?

सूचना का अधिकार किस अधिनियम के अंतर्गत आता है?