21st April , 2025 ~ QMS
Can associate member contest an election for managing Committee post ?
Yes, an associate member can contest an election for a managing committee post in a housing society under the Maharashtra Co-operative Societies Act, 1960, as amended in 2019. However, this is subject to the following conditions:
Prior Written Consent: The associate member must have the prior written consent of the original member to contest the election. This is specified in Section 154B-10(6) of the Act.
Rights and Duties: The associate member exercises the rights and duties of the original member with their written consent, as per the definition of an associate member in Section 154B-1(18)(a).
Other Eligibility Criteria: The associate member must also meet other eligibility criteria for committee membership, such as not being a defaulter of the society (as per Section 154B-10(4)) and not incurring any disqualifications listed in Section 154B-23.
Key Provisions:
Section 154B-10(6): Explicitly states that an associate member can contest the election to the committee with the prior written consent of the original member.
Section 154B-1(18)(a): Defines an associate member as someone who exercises rights and duties with the written consent of the original member.
Section 154B-23: Lists disqualifications for committee membership, including being a defaulter or engaging in prohibited activities.
Conclusion:
An associate member is eligible to contest elections for the managing committee, provided they have the written consent of the original member and fulfill all other requirements under the Act.
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