Context
Union minister for cooperatives had mentioned to conduct elections for the cooperative societies to be conducted by the Election commission of India.
What are cooperatives? According to ILO, a cooperative is an autonomous association of persons united voluntarily to meet their common economic, social and cultural needs and aspirations through a jointly owned and democratically controlled enterprise. Constitutional provisions for cooperatives:-
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Background
History of cooperative movement
Features of Cooperatives in India
The following provisions concerning cooperative societies are found in Part IX-B of the constitution;
Ministry of Cooperation
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Need of elections in cooperatives
Issues faced by cooperatives in India
Recent developments
conclusion
Cooperatives play a vital role in encouraging collectivism and sustaining the country's social capital basis. Cooperatives are the most effective means of preserving the spirit of collectivism and democracy.
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