Section 24Functions of federal co-operative

Section 24: Functions of federal co-operative

24. Functions of federal co-operative

(1)

Subject to the provisions of this Act and any other law for the time being in force, a federal co-operative may discharge the functions to facilitate the voluntary formation and democratic functioning of co-operative societies as federal co-operative or multi-State cooperatives based on self-help and mutual aid.

(2)

Without prejudice to the generality of the provisions contained in sub-section (1), the federal cooperative may—

(a)

ensure compliance of the co-operative principles;

(b)

make model bye-laws and policies for consideration of its member co-operative;

(c)

provide specialised training, education and data-base information;

(d)

undertake research, evaluation and assist in preparation of perspective development plans for its member co-operative;

(e)

promote harmonious relations amongst member co-operative;

(f)

help member co-operative to settle disputes among themselves;

(g)

undertake business services on behalf of its member co-operative, if specifically required by or under the resolution of the general body or the board, or bye-laws of a member of co-operative;

(h)

provide management development services to a member co-operative;

(i)

evolve code of conduct for observance by a member co-operative;

(j)

evolve viability norms for a member co-operative;

(k)

provide legal aid and advice to a member co-operative;

(l)

assist member co-operative in organising self-help;

(m)

develop market information system logo brand promotion, quality control and technology upgradation.