Question

The first three ICA 1995 principles are essential for:

• A. Both internal and external operations
• B. Internal operations only
• C. External operations only
• D. Only for apex co-operatives

Answer 1

Answer:

B. Internal operations only

The first three ICA 1995 principles are: Voluntary and Open Membership Democratic Member Control Member Economic Participation These principles are primarily concerned with the internal functioning of the cooperative, including: Governance Decision-making processes Member contributions and benefits The remaining principles (autonomy, education, cooperation among cooperatives, concern for community) mainly guide external operations and interactions.