Question

Who is considered as the father of the Co-operative in England?

• A. Dr. William King
• B. Raiffeisen
• C. C.R. Fay
• D. Robert Owen

Answer 1

Answer:

D. Robert Owen

Robert Owen (1771–1858), a Welsh social reformer, is considered the father of the cooperative movement in England. He promoted the idea of cooperative communities and worker-owned enterprises. His efforts laid the foundation for the modern cooperative movement in England. Other options: Dr. William King – Promoted co-operatives in England but came after Owen. Raiffeisen – Father of the rural credit cooperative movement in Germany. C.R. Fay – Known for cooperative studies in India. So, the title “father of the cooperative in England” belongs to Robert Owen.