Law of Co-operative Societies

Cochin University of Science and Technology · LL.B. Semester 1 · 20-271-0108

Unit I — Evolution and Historical Development of Co-operative Societies

The concept of co-operation–definition, nature, values, objectives &principles · history and development of co-operatives · association & enterprise characteristics · different types of co · operatives · classification of co-operative societies-departmental set up.

Unit II — Co-operative Societies Law

Selected provisions of Kerala Cooperative Societies Act, 1969–Registration · cancellation and suspension of registration · Powers of Registrar-amendment of byelaws · amalgamation & division-members-rights & liabilities

Unit III — Composition, Powers and Privileges of Co-operative Societies

Management of societies · General body, Board of Directors, Chief Executive Officer–powers, election and nomination · privileges of societies

Unit IV — Management of Funds

Properties and funds of societies-disposal of net profit-cooperative education fund · maintenance of fluid resources

Unit V — Enforcement Mechanism & Winding Up

Audit of societies-settlement of disputes-execution of awards & decrees · arbitration-winding up and dissolution of co-operative societies-liquidator, powers & liquidation procedure.