Question

Which group was especially targeted by Rural Schools in the Danish co-operative education system?

• A. Young men focusing on agricultural techniques
• B. Woman focusing on household economy
• C. Elderly farmers focusing on retirement planning
• D. Urban workers focusing on industrial skills

Answer 1

Answer:

B. Woman focusing on household economy

DENMARK

• The Dairy Farm & Co-operative Hub of Europe

Basic Facts

• Capital: Copenhagen

• Currency: Danish Krone (DKK)

Why is Denmark World-Renowned?

• Known as the “Dairy Farm of Europe”

• Famous for dairying and agricultural co-operation

• No formal Co-operative legislation – the movement grew voluntarily

• Birthplace & promoter of Single Purpose Societies

Education & Co-operative Awareness:

• Folk High School

• Founded by N.F.S. Grundtvig

• Established as early as 1814 with compulsory education

Aimed at teaching:

• Simple living

• Theory and practice of co-operation

• Academic and life skills

Played a vital role in shaping the co-operative mindset

Three-tiered Schooling System:

• Folk High Schools – Philosophy & co-operative values

• Rural Schools – Household economy, especially for women

• Agricultural Schools – Technical + general education → Referred to as “hot beds” of the co-operative movement