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he Co-operative movement in England was supported in its early stage by a Co-operative periodical named The Co-operator'. Who among the following founded it?

AThe Christian Socialists

BRochdale Society

CDr. William King

DRobert Owen

Answer:

C. Dr. William King

Read Explanation:

The Co-operative periodical "The Co-operator" was founded by Dr. William King.

Explanation:

  • Dr. William King (1786–1865) was a prominent figure in the early Co-operative movement in England.

  • He played a significant role in promoting co-operation and founded the periodical "The Co-operator" in 1828. The publication was aimed at promoting the principles of cooperation, mutual support, and collective economic efforts among working-class people.

  • Dr. William King is also known for his advocacy of co-operative stores and communities, which laid the foundation for the wider co-operative movement in the 19th century.


Related Questions:

Identify the true statements

  • A. Assertion: Cooperative is a form of socio- economic organization based on higher values.

  • B. Reason: It means for establishing a democratic egalitarian social order and own distinctive features and philosophy

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