Micro finance institutions in Karnataka

Micro finance institutions in Karnataka The origin of microfinance in Karnataka dates back to 1984 when Mysore Resettlement and Development Agency (MYRADA), a Non-Governmental Organisation (NGO) engaged in rural development and based in Karnataka, promoted several co-operative societies that extended loans to their members (Fernandez, 2004). Later in the mid-1980s, the National Bank for agriculture … Read more

Co-operative movement in India and M.P

Co-operative movement in India and M.P The cooperative movement in India has its origin in agriculture and allied sectors. The first Cooperative Credit Societies Act was enacted in 1904.Subsequently a more comprehensive legislation called the Cooperative Societies Act was enacted. This Act provided for the creation of the post of registrar of cooperative societies and … Read more

Operation Flood and Cooperatives

Operation Flood and Cooperatives Operation Flood was a dairy development program launched in India in 1970. The program was designed to increase milk production and productivity, improve the quality of milk, and expand the market for milk and milk products. Operation Flood was a major success, and it helped to transform the Indian dairy industry. … Read more