Which of the following is a characteristic of Tier-2 capital for banks?
AFully paid-up equity shares
BRetained earnings and subordinated debt
CRBI approved securities only
DGovernment bonds exclusively
Correct Answer:
B. Retained earnings and subordinated debt
Explanation:
Tier-2 capital includes subordinated debt, revaluation reserves, and general loan loss provisions. It supplements Tier-1 capital for meeting capital requirements.
Which international standard governs anti-money laundering and counter-terrorist financing?
AISO 9001
BFATF (Financial Action Task Force) guidelines
CBasel II Accord
DDodd-Frank Act
Correct Answer:
B. FATF (Financial Action Task Force) guidelines
Explanation:
The Financial Action Task Force (FATF) establishes international standards for combating money laundering and terrorist financing. India complies with FATF recommendations.
Under Basel III norms, what is the minimum Common Equity Tier-1 (CET-1) ratio requirement for banks?
A4.5%
B5.5%
C6.5%
D8%
Correct Answer:
A. 4.5%
Explanation:
Basel III prescribes a minimum CET-1 ratio of 4.5% of risk-weighted assets. India has implemented Basel III norms with additional conservation buffers.