The Societies Registration Act, 1860

Description: The Societies Registration Act, 1860 is an act of the Parliament of India that provides for the registration of societies in India. The act was enacted on 26 April 1860 and came into force on 1 May 1861. The act has been amended several times, the latest being in 2019.
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What is the main purpose of the Societies Registration Act, 1860?

  1. To provide for the registration of societies in India.

  2. To regulate the functioning of societies in India.

  3. To promote the formation of societies in India.

  4. To provide financial assistance to societies in India.


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The main purpose of the Societies Registration Act, 1860 is to provide for the registration of societies in India. The act provides a legal framework for the formation and functioning of societies in India.

What is a society under the Societies Registration Act, 1860?

  1. A group of people who come together for a common purpose.

  2. A group of people who are united by a common bond.

  3. A group of people who share a common interest.

  4. A group of people who are working together to achieve a common goal.


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

A society under the Societies Registration Act, 1860 is a group of people who come together for a common purpose. The purpose of the society must be lawful and not for profit.

What are the benefits of registering a society under the Societies Registration Act, 1860?

  1. The society becomes a legal entity.

  2. The society can open a bank account.

  3. The society can receive grants and donations.

  4. All of the above.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The benefits of registering a society under the Societies Registration Act, 1860 include the following: the society becomes a legal entity, the society can open a bank account, the society can receive grants and donations.

What are the requirements for registering a society under the Societies Registration Act, 1860?

  1. The society must have at least seven members.

  2. The society must have a written constitution.

  3. The society must have a registered office.

  4. All of the above.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The requirements for registering a society under the Societies Registration Act, 1860 include the following: the society must have at least seven members, the society must have a written constitution, the society must have a registered office.

How can a society be dissolved under the Societies Registration Act, 1860?

  1. By a resolution of the society's members.

  2. By an order of the court.

  3. By the Registrar of Societies.

  4. All of the above.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

A society can be dissolved under the Societies Registration Act, 1860 by a resolution of the society's members, by an order of the court, or by the Registrar of Societies.

What is the penalty for failing to register a society under the Societies Registration Act, 1860?

  1. A fine of up to Rs. 500.

  2. Imprisonment for up to six months.

  3. Both a fine and imprisonment.

  4. None of the above.


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The penalty for failing to register a society under the Societies Registration Act, 1860 is both a fine and imprisonment.

What is the role of the Registrar of Societies under the Societies Registration Act, 1860?

  1. To register societies.

  2. To regulate the functioning of societies.

  3. To dissolve societies.

  4. All of the above.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The role of the Registrar of Societies under the Societies Registration Act, 1860 includes registering societies, regulating the functioning of societies, and dissolving societies.

What is the difference between a society and a company?

  1. A society is a non-profit organization, while a company is a profit-making organization.

  2. A society is a voluntary organization, while a company is a legal entity.

  3. A society has a limited liability, while a company has an unlimited liability.

  4. All of the above.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The difference between a society and a company includes the following: a society is a non-profit organization, while a company is a profit-making organization; a society is a voluntary organization, while a company is a legal entity; a society has a limited liability, while a company has an unlimited liability.

What are some of the common types of societies registered under the Societies Registration Act, 1860?

  1. Educational societies.

  2. Cultural societies.

  3. Religious societies.

  4. All of the above.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Some of the common types of societies registered under the Societies Registration Act, 1860 include educational societies, cultural societies, and religious societies.

What is the procedure for registering a society under the Societies Registration Act, 1860?

  1. File an application with the Registrar of Societies.

  2. Pay the registration fee.

  3. Submit the society's constitution.

  4. All of the above.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The procedure for registering a society under the Societies Registration Act, 1860 includes filing an application with the Registrar of Societies, paying the registration fee, and submitting the society's constitution.

What are the duties of the members of a society registered under the Societies Registration Act, 1860?

  1. To attend the society's meetings.

  2. To vote on the society's resolutions.

  3. To pay the society's dues.

  4. All of the above.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The duties of the members of a society registered under the Societies Registration Act, 1860 include attending the society's meetings, voting on the society's resolutions, and paying the society's dues.

What are the powers of the managing committee of a society registered under the Societies Registration Act, 1860?

  1. To manage the society's affairs.

  2. To represent the society in legal proceedings.

  3. To enter into contracts on behalf of the society.

  4. All of the above.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The powers of the managing committee of a society registered under the Societies Registration Act, 1860 include managing the society's affairs, representing the society in legal proceedings, and entering into contracts on behalf of the society.

What is the procedure for amending the constitution of a society registered under the Societies Registration Act, 1860?

  1. Pass a resolution at a general meeting of the society.

  2. File an application with the Registrar of Societies.

  3. Pay the amendment fee.

  4. All of the above.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The procedure for amending the constitution of a society registered under the Societies Registration Act, 1860 includes passing a resolution at a general meeting of the society, filing an application with the Registrar of Societies, and paying the amendment fee.

What is the procedure for dissolving a society registered under the Societies Registration Act, 1860?

  1. Pass a resolution at a general meeting of the society.

  2. File an application with the Registrar of Societies.

  3. Pay the dissolution fee.

  4. All of the above.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The procedure for dissolving a society registered under the Societies Registration Act, 1860 includes passing a resolution at a general meeting of the society, filing an application with the Registrar of Societies, and paying the dissolution fee.

What are the consequences of failing to comply with the provisions of the Societies Registration Act, 1860?

  1. The society may be dissolved.

  2. The members of the society may be fined.

  3. The managing committee of the society may be removed.

  4. All of the above.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The consequences of failing to comply with the provisions of the Societies Registration Act, 1860 include the society being dissolved, the members of the society being fined, and the managing committee of the society being removed.

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