Functions of State Co-operative Union

(1) The functions of the State Co-operative Union shall be— (a)to organize, assist and generally develop co-operative societies; (b)to carry on co-operative propaganda; and (c)to spread education on co-operative principles and practices; (d) to participate in the developmental activities and decentralized planning of the Local authorities; (e) to organize training programmes for the employees of the societies and for the members of the committee and to ensure their participation in such programmes. (2) The State Co-operative Union shall perform such other functions as may be prescribed.