Question

Which of the following are non-essential (optional) Rochdale Principles according to ICA 1937?

• A. Open Membership, Democratic Control
• B. Cash Trading, Political and Religious Neutrality, Promotion of Education
• C. Payment of Patronage Dividend, Limited Interest on Capital
• D. Co-operation among Co-operatives, Co-operative Education

Answer 1

Answer:

B. Cash Trading, Political and Religious Neutrality, Promotion of Education

The Rochdale Principles (1937 ICA version) distinguished between essential and non-essential principles. Essential principles were fundamental to the cooperative identity: Open membership Democratic control (one member, one vote) Limited interest on capital Payment of patronage dividend Non-essential (optional) principles included: Cash trading Political and religious neutrality Promotion of education for members