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Q.141 Medium General Awareness
What is the current Reverse Repo Rate as per the latest RBI monetary policy (2024-2025)?
A 5.75%
B 6.00%
C 5.50%
D 6.25%
Correct Answer:  A. 5.75%
EXPLANATION

The Reverse Repo Rate is typically 25-50 basis points below the Policy Repo Rate. Check latest RBI announcements for exact current rate.

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Q.142 Medium General Awareness
What is the concept of 'Repo' in banking and financial markets?
A A repossession of assets by banks
B A sale of securities with an agreement to repurchase at a fixed price and date
C A reporting requirement for NBFCs
D A replacement of loan officers
Correct Answer:  B. A sale of securities with an agreement to repurchase at a fixed price and date
EXPLANATION

Repo (Repurchase Agreement) is a short-term borrowing mechanism where securities are sold with an agreement to repurchase them at a higher price on a specified date.

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Q.143 Medium General Awareness
Which regulation requires banks to maintain a minimum Statutory Liquidity Ratio (SLR)?
A The Banking Regulation Act, 1949
B The Reserve Bank of India Act, 1934
C The Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881
D The Payment and Settlement Systems Act, 2007
Correct Answer:  B. The Reserve Bank of India Act, 1934
EXPLANATION

Section 24 of the RBI Act, 1934 mandates that banks maintain a minimum SLR of not less than 18% of their net demand and time liabilities (NDTL).

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Q.144 Medium General Awareness
What does CLR (Cash Reserve Ratio) mandate banks to maintain?
A A percentage of demand and time liabilities as cash reserves with RBI
B A percentage of deposits in government securities
C A percentage of capital in fixed deposits
D A percentage of profits as retained earnings
Correct Answer:  A. A percentage of demand and time liabilities as cash reserves with RBI
EXPLANATION

CRR requires banks to maintain a certain percentage of their demand and time liabilities as cash reserves with the RBI, currently at 4.5% (as of 2024).

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Q.145 Medium General Awareness
Which international organization sets global standards for banking supervision and capital adequacy?
A World Bank
B IMF (International Monetary Fund)
C Basel Committee on Banking Supervision
D UNCTAD
Correct Answer:  C. Basel Committee on Banking Supervision
EXPLANATION

The Basel Committee on Banking Supervision sets international standards for bank regulation and capital adequacy through Basel I, II, and III frameworks.

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Q.146 Medium General Awareness
What is the primary function of the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code (IBC), 2016?
A To regulate stock market operations
B To provide a time-bound resolution mechanism for insolvency
C To control inflation in the economy
D To establish interest rate benchmarks
Correct Answer:  B. To provide a time-bound resolution mechanism for insolvency
EXPLANATION

IBC, 2016 provides a time-bound resolution process for insolvent debtors and companies, aimed at maximizing asset value and protecting creditor interests.

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Q.147 Medium General Awareness
Which committee's recommendations led to the implementation of Goods and Services Tax (GST) in India?
A Kelkar Committee
B Ashok Mehta Committee
C Vijay Kelkar Committee
D Patel Committee
Correct Answer:  A. Kelkar Committee
EXPLANATION

The Kelkar Committee (2003) recommended the implementation of GST in India, which was later formally implemented on July 1, 2017.

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Q.148 Medium General Awareness
What is the current limit for deposits under DICGC (Deposit Insurance and Credit Guarantee Corporation) coverage?
A Rs. 1 lakh
B Rs. 3 lakh
C Rs. 5 lakh
D Rs. 10 lakh
Correct Answer:  C. Rs. 5 lakh
EXPLANATION

DICGC covers deposits up to Rs. 5 lakh per depositor per bank as per the latest amendment effective from 2024, increased from the previous Rs. 1 lakh.

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Q.149 Medium General Awareness
Which of the following is NOT a credit rating agency recognized by SEBI in India?
A CRISIL
B ICRA
C Care Ratings
D Goldman Sachs Rating
Correct Answer:  D. Goldman Sachs Rating
EXPLANATION

Goldman Sachs is an investment bank, not a credit rating agency. CRISIL, ICRA, Care Ratings, and Brickwork Ratings are recognized credit rating agencies by SEBI.

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Q.150 Medium General Awareness
What is the minimum CRAR (Capital to Risk-Weighted Assets Ratio) requirement for scheduled commercial banks under Basel III as of 2024?
A 9%
B 10.5%
C 11.5%
D 12.5%
Correct Answer:  B. 10.5%
EXPLANATION

RBI mandates a minimum CRAR of 10.5% for scheduled commercial banks under Basel III framework, which includes capital buffers and conservation requirements.

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