Which banking regulation requires banks to maintain a minimum percentage of capital against their risk-weighted assets?
AStatutory Liquidity Ratio
BReserve Requirement Ratio
CCapital Adequacy Ratio
DCash Reserve Ratio
Correct Answer:
C. Capital Adequacy Ratio
Explanation:
Capital Adequacy Ratio (CAR) is a regulatory requirement ensuring banks maintain sufficient capital to absorb potential losses from their risk-weighted assets.
If a bank's NPA (Non-Performing Assets) ratio increases significantly, what does it indicate?
AImproved asset quality
BDeterioration in loan portfolio quality
CBetter profitability
DIncreased market share
Correct Answer:
B. Deterioration in loan portfolio quality
Explanation:
A higher NPA ratio indicates that a larger portion of the bank's loans are in default or arrears, reflecting deteriorating asset quality and credit risk.
Which of the following best describes the function of SEBI?
ARegulates commercial banking sector
BRegulates securities and capital markets
CIssues currency and manages inflation
DManages government borrowing
Correct Answer:
B. Regulates securities and capital markets
Explanation:
SEBI (Securities and Exchange Board of India) regulates and develops the securities market, protecting investor interests and ensuring fair market practices.
What is the minimum CRAR (Capital to Risk-Weighted Assets Ratio) requirement for scheduled commercial banks under Basel III as of 2024?
A9%
B10.5%
C11.5%
D12.5%
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.
Which of the following is NOT a credit rating agency recognized by SEBI in India?
ACRISIL
BICRA
CCare Ratings
DGoldman 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.