Principles on Which Cooperative Works
Cooperative works on the principle of:
- All are correct — Correct Answer
- Voluntary association only
- Democratic control only
- Equitable division of surplus only
Explanation:
Correct Answer: All are correct
A Cooperative works on all three principles: Voluntary association, Democratic control, and Equitable division of surplus (patronage dividend).
Rochdale Principles of Co-operation (7 Principles)
- Democratic control
- Open membership
- Limited interest on capital
- Patronage divided (equitable division of surplus)
- Cash trading
- Political and religious neutrality
- Promotion of education
Reformulated Principles of Co-operation
- Essential principles: Open membership, Democratic management, Limited interest on capital, Payment of dividend in proportion to transactions
- Non-essential principles: Religious and political neutrality, Cash trading, Education of members
Key Definitions
- Co-operation: 'Working together'
- Co-operative society: Voluntary democratic association of persons for their common benefits
- Rochdale Principles were given by Charles Howarth
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