Section53
DCS Act 2003

Section 53

In force Act 149 of 2005 As on 07 Oct 2026

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Act 149 of 2005

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Section 53 of DCS Act 2003. No part of the funds other than net profits of a co-operative society shall be divided by way of bonus or dividend or otherwise distributed among its members : Provided that after at least one-fourths of the net profits in the year has been carried to the reserve fund, payments from the remainder of

No part of the funds other than net profits of a co-operative society shall be divided by way of bonus or dividend or otherwise distributed among its members :

Provided that after at least one-fourths of the net profits in the year has been carried to the reserve fund, payments from the remainder of such profits and from any profits of past years available for distribution may be made to the member to such extent and under such conditions as may be prescribed by the rules or bye-laws. Contribution to charitable purpose.

Section 53, DCS Act 2003 (Act 149 of 2005).

Questions about Section 53

How do I find court cases under Section 53 of the DCS Act 2003?

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When was the DCS Act 2003 enacted?

DCS Act 2003 was enacted in 2005 as Act 149 of 2005. India Code records no commencement date for it. It is in force as at the date shown on this page.

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