1. Which of the following statements are true about the history of rural cooperatives in Karnataka?
1. The first cooperative society in India was registered in Karnataka in 1905.
2. Karnataka was the first state to provide agricultural loans through cooperatives at 5% interest.
3. The Mysore Co-operative Societies Act of 1959 was implemented in 1960.
(A) 1 and 2 only
(B) 2 and 3 only
(C) 1 and 3 only
(D) All of the above
2. Which of the following statements about credit cooperatives in Karnataka is true?
1. Primary Agricultural Credit Societies (PACS) play a key role at the village level.
2. Credit cooperatives primarily serve fishermen in Karnataka.
3. They provide affordable loans to small businesses and farmers.
(A) 1 and 2 only
(B) 2 and 3 only
(C) 1 and 3 only
(D) All of the above
3. Regarding dairy cooperatives in Karnataka, which statements are correct?
1. Karnataka Cooperative Milk Producers Federation (KMF) operates under the Amul model.
2. Dairy cooperatives primarily cater to urban households.
3. They provide veterinary care and stable income sources for rural farmers.
(A) 1 and 2 only
(B) 2 and 3 only
(C) 1 and 3 only
(D) All of the above
4. Which of the following statements are true about sugar cooperatives in Karnataka?
1. They operate sugar mills and support sugarcane farmers.
2. They are primarily concentrated in coastal areas.
3. Mysore Sugars Company (MySugar) is one of the oldest sugar cooperatives in the state.
(A) 1 and 2 only
(B) 2 and 3 only
(C) 1 and 3 only
(D) All of the above
5. Which statements are correct about fisheries cooperatives in Karnataka?
1. They provide fishermen with boats and nets.
2. These cooperatives are especially active in coastal areas like Mangalore and Udupi.
3. Fisheries cooperatives do not focus on market access for fishermen.
(A) 1 and 2 only
(B) 2 and 3 only
(C) 1 and 3 only
(D) All of the above
6. Which of the following statements about rural cooperatives’ impact in Karnataka is true?
1. They generate substantial rural employment opportunities.
2. They primarily focus on financial inclusion, neglecting agricultural productivity.
3. Cooperatives empower farmers economically by reducing dependency on moneylenders.
(A) 1 and 2 only
(B) 2 and 3 only
(C) 1 and 3 only
(D) All of the above
7. Which statements about the role of the Karnataka Government in cooperatives are correct?
1. Interest subsidies are provided for loans through budgetary provisions.
2. The government acts as a regulator and supervisor for cooperatives.
3. Self-governance and independent decision-making were promoted post-2008.
(A) 1 and 2 only
(B) 2 and 3 only
(C) 1 and 3 only
(D) All of the above
8. Regarding the Karnataka Cooperative Milk Producers Federation (KMF), which statements are true?
1. It is one of India’s largest milk producers.
2. It produces a range of dairy products under the brand Nandini.
3. It primarily caters to international markets.
(A) 1 and 2 only
(B) 2 and 3 only
(C) 1 and 3 only
(D) All of the above
9. Which of the following is true about the role of Primary Agricultural Credit Societies (PACS) in Karnataka?
1. They provide farmers with short- and medium-term credit.
2. PACS primarily focus on fisheries and housing loans.
3. They are the first point of contact for farmers needing fertilizer and seeds.
(A) 1 and 2 only
(B) 2 and 3 only
(C) 1 and 3 only
(D) All of the above
10. Which statements about women’s empowerment through cooperatives are correct?
1. Women play active roles in dairy and credit cooperatives.
2. Cooperatives have improved financial independence among rural women.
3. Women’s participation in cooperatives is minimal and symbolic.
(A) 1 and 2 only
(B) 2 and 3 only
(C) 1 and 3 only
(D) All of the above
