The book is divided into three parts , first (six chapters )dealing with the general aspects of the cooperative system like definition,model and comparison of this system with other such as Socialism and Communism.

A modest attempt is made in this book to undertake an objective appraisal of the marketing cooperatives in India over the past four decades. Beginning with the basic issues-concept,features,objectives,need and importance of cooperative marketing,the book traces-its genesis and growth in India examines the organisational structure of marketing cooperatives and throws light on their financing and business operations.