Multi-State Co-operative Societies Act, 2002, alongwith Rules, 2002

The Multi-State Co-operative Societies Act, 2002 with Rules, 2002 is a definitive, single-volume resource that consolidates the complete statutory text and procedural rules governing co-operative societies that operate across Indian states. This edition reproduces the Act and Rules verbatim and pairs them with concise explanatory notes, a clear subject index, and practical marginal references to help readers quickly find provisions on registration, membership, capital structure, management, elections, audits, inspections, penalties and dissolution. It details the powers and duties of Central and State Registrars, the framework for dispute resolution and appeals, financial reporting and audit obligations, and safeguards for members’ rights. Designed for administrators, legal counsel, auditors and researchers, the book demystifies procedural requirements—such as application formats, fee structures, compliance timelines and filing obligations—making statutory compliance easier to implement. Whether used for drafting bylaws, conducting audits, advising societies, or academic study, this volume equips readers with the legal clarity and operational guidance needed to run multi-state cooperatives lawfully and efficiently.