For welfare of farmers, a group of farmers in Gujarat decided to incorporate a Society. The main objective of the society is to provide scientific developed equipment for farming, education for modern farming and also to
CS Executive · Setting Up of Business, Industrial and Labour Laws · PYQS · December 2025
For welfare of farmers, a group of farmers in Gujarat decided to incorporate a Society. The main objective of the society is to provide scientific developed equipment for farming, education for modern farming and also to organize research & development programmes from time to time. What are the documents to be submitted with Registrar for formation of such society ?
Answer & Explanation:
In order to incorporate a society for the welfare of farmers in Gujarat, the following documents must be submitted to the Registrar of Societies under the Societies Registration Act, 1860: A letter requesting registration, signed by founding members. This letter will state the purpose of formation of the society and a requisition indicating that the society is registered under the Act. The signature of all members is mandatory. A certified copy of the MoA, signed by the founding members, with a duplicate. A certified copy of the rules and regulations, signed by the founding members, along with a duplicate copy. A table with the names and address and occupation of all members of the society with their signatures. Minutes of the meeting (general body meeting conducted to set the rules and regulations). Declaration by the president of the society. A sworn affidavit from the President or Secretary, declaring the relationship between the subscribers. Address proof of registered office and no-objection certificate from the landlord. The documents are to be filed with the Registrar along with the fees, and a suitable name (which should be unique and not suggest a relationship with the government or violate the provisions of the Emblem and Names Act, 1950). If the Registrar is satisfied with the application, the society will be registered.
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