Short Answer

Yes, a member can propose items (resolutions) to be voted on at the Annual General Meeting (AGM) of a cooperative society.

Detailed Explanation

Section 27 of the Gujarat Cooperative Societies Act, 1961 empowers members to propose resolutions for discussion and voting at the AGM. This section states that any member can give notice in writing of any resolution which they propose to move at the meeting. The resolution must be signed by the member and delivered to the society within the time frame specified in the Act.

In practice, this means that any member who wishes to raise a particular issue or propose a decision at the AGM can do so by submitting a written resolution to the society. The society must then include this resolution in the agenda for the AGM, allowing all members to discuss and vote on it during the meeting.

Real-world Scenarios

• Mr. Patel, a member of a cooperative society, wants to propose a resolution to increase the maintenance charges. He submits a written resolution to the society within the prescribed time frame. The resolution is included in the AGM agenda, and members discuss and vote on it during the meeting.

• Ms. Shah, another member, wishes to propose a resolution to change the society's bylaws. She follows the procedure outlined in Section 27, submits her resolution in writing, and sees it being discussed and voted on at the AGM.

• Mr. Desai, a member concerned about the society's financial management, proposes a resolution for an audit of the accounts. His resolution is duly considered at the AGM, allowing all members to have a say in the decision-making process.

Reference

• Section 27 of the Gujarat Cooperative Societies Act, 1961: Official PDF