Does the term “Public Authority” include a cooperative society?
Does a cooperative society fall within a definition of “Public Authority”?
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Does the term “Public Authority” include a cooperative society?
Yes, a cooperative society can be considered a "Public Authority" under certain circumstances. According to the Right to Information (RTI) Act in India, a cooperative society may fall within the definition of a "Public Authority" if it substantially financed, directly or indirectly, by funds provided by the government. The Act defines "Public Authority" to include any non-governmental organization that is substantially financed by the government.
If a cooperative society receives significant financial support from government funds, it could be deemed a Public Authority and be subject to the obligations and responsibilities outlined in the RTI Act. In such cases, the cooperative society would be required to respond to requests for information and adhere to the transparency and accountability standards mandated by the Act. The determination of whether a cooperative society qualifies as a Public Authority depends on the extent of financial support it receives from the government.