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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

Which article of the Indian Constitution mentions the procedure for amendment?

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

राष्ट्रपति के आपातकालिक शक्तियाँ किस अनुच्छेद के तहत निर्धारित हैं?

संविधान के किस अनुच्छेद में मौलिक अधिकारों का विवरण है?

आपातकाल की स्थिति में राज्य सरकारों के अधिकार किस अनुच्छेद में वर्णित हैं?

Who was the first Speaker of the Lok Sabha?

न्यायिक समीक्षा किस सिद्धांत पर आधारित है?

भारतीय संसद की दो सदनों का नाम क्या है?

What is the minimum age for a person to contest elections for the Lok Sabha?

Which article of the Indian Constitution guarantees the right to freedom of speech and expression?