Question

The Rochdale principle related to financial benefit is:

• A. Credit sales
• B. Promotion of education
• C. Political neutrality
• D. (Distributive Justice)

Answer 1

Answer:

D. (Distributive Justice)

The Rochdale Pioneers introduced several co-operative principles, and the one related to financial benefit is the payment of patronage dividends. This means: Profits are distributed proportionally to members’ use of the co-operative, not just based on capital invested. Ensures distributive justice, rewarding members for their participation.