Discuss the process of dissolution of society under the Societies Registration Act, 1860.
CS Executive · Economic and Commercial Laws · PYQS · December 2021
Discuss the process of dissolution of society under the Societies Registration Act, 1860.
Answer & Explanation:
Under Section 13 of the Societies Registration Act, 1860, a society can be dissolved. Dissolution of a society becomes necessary where the objects for which it is formed, have been fulfilled or where the purposes for which it is formed, have become irrelevant, invalid or inoperative or by passing of a resolution by 3/5th majority of the members present at a meeting to dissolve the society for utilisation of its assets for some other better uses. A society may be dissolved forthwith or within the agreed time. The following steps are to be taken: Decision of the governing body; Convene a special general meeting of the members by giving a requisite notice for consideration and passing resolution by 3/5th majority of the members present thereat; Decision as to dissolve it forthwith or at a later time agreed upon by them. Decision for the actions to be taken for disposal of properties and settlement of claims and liabilities as per the rules and regulations of the society; and Delegate authority to the person(s) of the governing body to comply with the decisions accordingly. Whenever any government is a member of, or a contributor to, or otherwise interested in any society, such society shall not be dissolved without the consent of the government.
Topics: Societies Registration Act, 1860
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