What is the maximum limit of deposits insured under DICGC?
A₹1 lakh per depositor per bank
B₹5 lakh per depositor per bank
C₹10 lakh per depositor per bank
D₹20 lakh per depositor per bank
Correct Answer:
B. ₹5 lakh per depositor per bank
Explanation:
The Deposit Insurance and Credit Guarantee Corporation (DICGC) provides deposit insurance coverage of up to ₹5 lakh per depositor per bank, increased from ₹1 lakh in 2020.
Which committee is responsible for reviewing the regulatory framework for banks in India?
APatel Committee
BGhosh Committee
CBasle Committee
DTarapore Committee
Correct Answer:
C. Basle Committee
Explanation:
The Basel Committee on Banking Supervision sets international standards for bank capital adequacy. Basel III norms have been implemented in India by RBI for regulatory framework.
What is the primary role of the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC)?
ATo formulate fiscal policy
BTo fix the Repo Rate and conduct monetary policy
CTo regulate stock exchanges
DTo approve government budgets
Correct Answer:
B. To fix the Repo Rate and conduct monetary policy
Explanation:
The Monetary Policy Committee, headed by the RBI Governor, is responsible for fixing the Repo Rate and conducting monetary policy to achieve inflation control and growth.
What does the term 'Statutory Liquidity Ratio (SLR)' refer to?
AThe ratio of deposits to advances
BThe minimum percentage of deposits banks must invest in government securities
CThe ratio of capital to risk-weighted assets
DThe percentage of deposits available for lending
Correct Answer:
B. The minimum percentage of deposits banks must invest in government securities
Explanation:
SLR is the minimum percentage of deposits that commercial banks are required to maintain in the form of government securities and other approved securities with RBI.
Under the Pradhan Mantri Mudra Yojana (PMMY), who are the target beneficiaries?
ALarge manufacturing units
BNon-corporate small businesses and startups
COnly women entrepreneurs
DAgricultural enterprises only
Correct Answer:
B. Non-corporate small businesses and startups
Explanation:
PMMY targets non-corporate and non-farm small/micro businesses for collateral-free loans. It includes Shishu, Kishor, and Tarun loan schemes up to ₹10 lakh.