Short Answer

Yes, under the Gujarat Cooperative Societies Act, 1961, if a society's actions breach the provisions of the Act, the Registrar has the authority to nullify those actions.

Detailed Explanation

Section 70 of the Gujarat Cooperative Societies Act, 1961 empowers the Registrar to take action against any society that contravenes the provisions of the Act. The Registrar can inquire into the matter and if it is found that the society has acted in violation of the Act, the Registrar has the authority to nullify those actions. This provision is crucial in ensuring that cooperative societies operate within the legal framework and do not engage in activities that are detrimental to their members or the public interest.

In practice, if a member or group of members of a cooperative society believe that the society has taken actions that are in breach of the Act, they can file a complaint with the Registrar. The Registrar will then conduct an inquiry into the matter to determine whether the actions of the society indeed violate the provisions of the Act. If the Registrar finds merit in the complaint, they can pass an order nullifying the actions taken by the society.

Real-world Scenarios

• Scenario 1: A cooperative society amends its bylaws in a manner that is not in accordance with the Gujarat Cooperative Societies Act, 1961. A group of members files a complaint with the Registrar, alleging that the amendment is illegal. The Registrar conducts an inquiry and if the complaint is upheld, the Registrar can nullify the amendment.

• Scenario 2: A cooperative society conducts elections in violation of the election rules prescribed under the Act. Members dissatisfied with the election process approach the Registrar with a complaint. The Registrar investigates the matter and if the violations are proven, the Registrar can nullify the election results.

Reference

• Gujarat Cooperative Societies Act, 1961: Section 70

• Official PDF