Q.3 The roots of the cooperatives in India dates back to pre-Independence times. Its history is chequered with successes and failures. In this context, examine the challenges facing cooperatives in India and suggest the way forward. (10 Marks)

Mentor’s comment- https://www.thehindu.com/opinion/op-ed/cooperation-awaits-its-finding-raiffeisen-moment/article37858033.ece In the intro, mention the context of Verghese Kurien’s contribution to the success of one of the most successful cooperatives in India. In the body mention brief history of the cooperative in the colonial period. Next, mention the challenges such as excessive state control, lack of state support, corruption etc. In the … Continue reading Q.3 The roots of the cooperatives in India dates back to pre-Independence times. Its history is chequered with successes and failures. In this context, examine the challenges facing cooperatives in India and suggest the way forward. (10 Marks)