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Q.101 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.102 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.103 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.104 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.105 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.106 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.107 Medium General Awareness
Under which Act does the RBI regulate the functioning of payment systems in India?
A Banking Regulation Act, 1949
B Payment and Settlement Systems Act, 2007
C Reserve Bank of India Act, 1934
D Foreign Exchange Management Act, 1999
Correct Answer:  B. Payment and Settlement Systems Act, 2007
Explanation:

The Payment and Settlement Systems Act, 2007 grants RBI the authority to regulate and oversee payment systems in India.

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Q.108 Medium General Awareness
Which of the following best describes 'Liquidity Coverage Ratio (LCR)'?
A Ratio of liquid assets to total assets
B Ratio of high-quality liquid assets to net cash outflows over 30 days
C Ratio of advances to deposits
D Ratio of equity to total liabilities
Correct Answer:  B. Ratio of high-quality liquid assets to net cash outflows over 30 days
Explanation:

LCR is a Basel III requirement ensuring banks maintain sufficient high-quality liquid assets to survive a 30-day liquidity stress scenario.

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Q.109 Medium General Awareness
What is the primary objective of the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code, 2016?
A To regulate interest rates on loans
B To provide a time-bound resolution mechanism for stressed assets
C To increase bank lending to MSMEs
D To promote digital banking services
Correct Answer:  B. To provide a time-bound resolution mechanism for stressed assets
Explanation:

IBC aims to provide a unified mechanism to resolve corporate insolvency through a time-bound process of 180 days (extendable to 270 days).

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Q.110 Medium General Awareness
Under the 2024 RBI guidelines, what is the minimum Capital Adequacy Ratio (CAR) required for Scheduled Commercial Banks?
A 9%
B 10.5%
C 11.5%
D 12.5%
Correct Answer:  B. 10.5%
Explanation:

RBI mandates a minimum CAR of 10.5% for SCBs (including Tier-1 and Tier-2 capital), exceeding Basel III minimum of 8%.

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