Registration, Regulation, and Supervision of Cooperatives in Pakistan MCQs

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1. What is the primary function of cooperative societies in Pakistan?
(A) To generate profits for individual members
(B) To work collectively for mutual economic benefits
(C) To provide loans to non-members
(D) To be supervised by the federal government only

2. The authority responsible for registering and supervising cooperative societies in Pakistan is:
(A) Federal Cooperative Society Board
(B) Registrar of Cooperative Societies
(C) Provincial Ministry of Cooperatives
(D) State Bank of Pakistan

3. In which year was the Cooperative Societies Act first enacted in Pakistan?
(A) 1950
(B) 1960
(C) 1962
(D) 1970

4. Which of the following is a key feature of the registration process of cooperative societies in Pakistan?
(A) Societies must be approved by the federal government only
(B) The Registrar of Cooperative Societies approves and registers the society
(C) The society must have no less than 200 members
(D) The society must operate as a non-profit organization

5. Which of the following types of cooperative societies can be formed under the cooperative laws of Pakistan?
(A) Consumer cooperatives
(B) Industrial cooperatives
(C) Agricultural cooperatives
(D) All of the above

6. What is one of the key responsibilities of the Registrar of Cooperative Societies in Pakistan?
(A) To provide financial assistance to cooperative societies
(B) To inspect the operations of cooperative societies and ensure compliance with regulations
(C) To run the daily operations of all cooperatives
(D) To manage profits and revenue of cooperatives

7. Which of the following is typically required for the registration of a cooperative society in Pakistan?
(A) A minimum of 50 members
(B) Approval from the provincial cooperative minister
(C) A registered office and by-laws
(D) Written consent from the Prime Minister

8. In which province of Pakistan does the Cooperative Societies Act, 2013 apply?
(A) Sindh
(B) Punjab
(C) Khyber Pakhtunkhwa
(D) Balochistan

9. What is the role of the provincial government in the regulation of cooperative societies?
(A) To solely supervise their financial transactions
(B) To oversee and ensure that cooperative societies comply with provincial laws and regulations
(C) To offer direct loans to cooperative societies
(D) To appoint members of cooperative societies

10. The Cooperative Societies Act in Pakistan mandates which of the following in the management of cooperative societies?
(A) Centralized control and decision-making
(B) Appointment of a sole manager by the federal government
(C) Democratic management by elected representatives of the members
(D) No member involvement in management

11. What happens if a cooperative society in Pakistan fails to comply with the regulations specified in the cooperative law?
(A) The society will be automatically dissolved
(B) Legal action may be taken, including cancellation of registration or penalties
(C) The society will be transferred to the provincial government
(D) The members will be required to pay fines only

12. The primary objective of cooperative societies in Pakistan is to:
(A) Ensure members’ individual financial gains
(B) Provide credit to the government
(C) Foster collective economic activities for mutual benefit
(D) Operate under the direct supervision of the federal government

13. Which law governs the registration and regulation of cooperative societies at the federal level in Pakistan?
(A) The Cooperative Societies Act, 1965
(B) The Pakistan Cooperative Act, 1980
(C) The Cooperative Societies Ordinance, 2001
(D) The Pakistan Cooperative Societies Regulation Act, 2005

14. Under the Cooperative Societies Act of Pakistan, which of the following is a requirement for a cooperative society to operate?
(A) The society must have a business agreement with the government
(B) It must be a non-profit organization serving its members only
(C) The society must provide free services to all citizens
(D) The society must be based in Islamabad

15. Who is responsible for ensuring that cooperative societies comply with the laws and regulations in Pakistan?
(A) The Federal Ministry of Finance
(B) The Provincial Cooperative Registrar
(C) The National Assembly
(D) The Pakistan Bureau of Statistics

Module 1: Introduction to Cooperatives MCQs

Definition and Principles of Cooperatives (ICA principles) MCQs
Types of Cooperatives: Agricultural, Consumer, Credit, Housing, Marketing, Industrial MCQs
Objectives and Functions of Cooperatives MCQs

Module 2: History of the Cooperative Movement MCQs

Origin of the Cooperative Movement (Globally and in British India) MCQs
Rochdale Pioneers and Early Models MCQs
Cooperative Movement in British India and Post-Partition Pakistan MCQs

Module 3: Legal Framework MCQs

Cooperative Societies Act (1925) MCQs
Provincial Cooperative Laws and Acts MCQs
Registration, Regulation, and Supervision of Cooperatives in Pakistan MCQs

Module 4: Cooperative Movement in Pakistan MCQs – A Historical Overview

Early Development (1947–1970) MCQs
Nationalization Era and its Impact (1970s) MCQs
Revival and Policy Shifts (1980s–2000s) MCQs
Modern-Day Cooperative Trends (2000–present) MCQs

Module 5: Structure and Organization of Cooperatives MCQs

Governance and Management of Cooperatives MCQs
Membership and Voting Rights MCQs
Sources of Capital and Financing MCQs
Auditing and Accountability in Cooperatives MCQs

Module 6: Sector-wise Analysis of Cooperatives in Pakistan MCQs

Agricultural Cooperatives MCQs
Credit and Saving Cooperatives (Cooperative Banks) MCQs
Industrial and Artisan Cooperatives MCQs
Women and Youth Cooperatives MCQs
Housing and Urban Cooperatives MCQs

Module 7: Role of Cooperatives in Rural Development MCQs

Poverty Alleviation MCQs
Employment Generation MCQs
Access to Credit and Resources MCQs
Women Empowerment MCQs

Module 8: Challenges Facing Cooperatives Today MCQs

Corruption and Mismanagement MCQs
Political Interference MCQs
Lack of Awareness and Education MCQs
Inadequate Policy Support MCQs

Module 9: Case Studies and Field Reports MCQs

Successful Cooperative Models in Pakistan MCQs
Comparative Case Studies (India, Bangladesh, etc.) MCQs
Student Field Visit Report / Research Assignment MCQs

Module 10: Future of Cooperatives in Pakistan MCQs

Policy Recommendations MCQs
Digitalization and Modernization MCQs
Integration with Microfinance and SMEs MCQs
Sustainable Development and Cooperatives MCQs