(1)Subject to the provisions of this Act and any other law for the time being in force, a federal co-operative may discharge the functions to facilitate the voluntary formation and democratic functioning of co-operative societies as federal co-operative or multi-State co- operatives based on self-help and mutual aid.
(2)Without prejudice to the generality of the provisions contained in sub-section (1), the federal co- operative may—
(a)ensure compliance of the co-operative principles;
(b)make model bye-laws and policies for consideration of its member co-operative;
(c)provide specialised training, education and data-base information;
(d)undertake research, evaluation and assist in preparation of perspective development plans for its member co-operative;
(e)promote harmonious relations amongst member co-operative;
(f)help member co-operative to settle disputes among themselves;
(g)undertake business services on behalf of its member co-operative, if specifically required by or under the resolution of the general body or the board, or bye-laws of a member of co-operative;
(h)provide management development services to a member co-operative;
(i)evolve code of conduct for observance by a member co-operative;
(j)evolve viability norms for a member co-operative;
(k)provide legal aid and advice to a member co-operative;
(l)assist member co-operative in organising self-help;
(m)develop market information system logo brand promotion, quality control and technology upgradation.