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Q.21 Medium
What is the primary objective of the Pradhan Mantri Mudra Yojana (PMMY) launched in 2015?
A Provide agricultural loans to farmers
B Facilitate credit to micro and small enterprises without collateral
C Offer housing loans at subsidized rates
D Support large industrial projects
Correct Answer:  B. Facilitate credit to micro and small enterprises without collateral
Explanation:

PMMY aims to provide collateral-free loans to micro and small enterprises through banks, supporting the growth of small businesses and self-employment.

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Q.22 Medium
If a bank's Net Interest Margin (NIM) is 2.8% and its total assets are ₹5,00,000 crores, what is the approximate Net Interest Income in crores?
A ₹14,000 crores
B ₹17,857 crores
C ₹8,928 crores
D ₹12,500 crores
Correct Answer:  A. ₹14,000 crores
Explanation:

NIM = (Net Interest Income / Total Assets) × 100. Therefore, NII = (2.8/100) × 5,00,000 = ₹14,000 crores

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Q.23 Medium
Which of the following is NOT a component of the RBI's Financial Stability Report assessment framework?
A Asset Quality
B Capital Adequacy
C Customer Satisfaction Index
D Profitability Metrics
Correct Answer:  C. Customer Satisfaction Index
Explanation:

The RBI's Financial Stability Report focuses on asset quality, capital adequacy, profitability, and liquidity. Customer Satisfaction Index is not part of the formal FSR framework.

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Q.24 Medium
A bank offers 8.5% p.a. interest on deposits compounded quarterly. What will be the effective annual rate (EAR)?
A 8.74%
B 8.82%
C 8.91%
D 9.05%
Correct Answer:  B. 8.82%
Explanation:

EAR = (1 + r/n)^n - 1 = (1 + 0.085/4)^4 - 1 = (1.02125)^4 - 1 ≈ 0.0882 or 8.82%

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Q.25 Medium
Which banking regulation requires banks to maintain a minimum Statutory Liquidity Ratio (SLR)?
A Basel III Framework
B Banking Regulation Act, 1949
C RBI Act, 1934
D Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881
Correct Answer:  B. Banking Regulation Act, 1949
Explanation:

Section 24 of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949 mandates the maintenance of SLR, which is currently set at 18% of NDTL as per RBI guidelines.

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Q.26 Medium
A bank's Capital Adequacy Ratio (CAR) is 15.2%. Under Basel III, which tier of capital primarily contributes to this ratio?
A Tier 1 Capital only
B Tier 2 Capital only
C Both Tier 1 and Tier 2 Capital
D Tier 3 Capital
Correct Answer:  C. Both Tier 1 and Tier 2 Capital
Explanation:

CAR = (Tier 1 + Tier 2 + Tier 3 Capital) / Risk-Weighted Assets. Basel III requires minimum CAR of 10.5% (including capital conservation buffer) for Indian banks.

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Q.27 Medium
If a bank's Cost-to-Income ratio is 42%, what does this indicate about its operational efficiency?
A Highly inefficient operations
B Above-average efficiency
C Poor profitability outlook
D Excessive cost structure
Correct Answer:  B. Above-average efficiency
Explanation:

A Cost-to-Income ratio of 42% is considered healthy (lower is better). Ratios above 50% indicate inefficiency. This suggests the bank is controlling costs well relative to its income.

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Q.28 Medium
Which of the following is a feature of India's Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code (IBC), 2016?
A It applies only to individuals, not businesses
B It provides a time-bound resolution process of 180 days (extendable to 270 days)
C Banks have no role in the resolution process
D It eliminates the concept of creditor rights
Correct Answer:  B. It provides a time-bound resolution process of 180 days (extendable to 270 days)
Explanation:

The IBC, 2016 is a comprehensive legislation applicable to individuals and corporates. It mandates a resolution within 180 days (extendable to 270 days) through a structured process involving creditors, including banks.

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Q.29 Medium
Under the RBI's Digital Rupee (e₹) initiative, which of the following is a primary objective?
A Replace all physical currency immediately
B Provide a secure, efficient digital payment alternative while maintaining the role of physical currency
C Eliminate private cryptocurrencies completely
D Remove the need for banks in financial transactions
Correct Answer:  B. Provide a secure, efficient digital payment alternative while maintaining the role of physical currency
Explanation:

The RBI's Digital Rupee (CBDC) aims to offer a digital alternative for payments and settlements while maintaining physical currency circulation. It enhances payment efficiency and financial security.

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Q.30 Medium
If a bank's Return on Equity (ROE) is 18% and its Equity Capital is ₹5,000 crores, what is its Net Profit?
A ₹600 crores
B ₹750 crores
C ₹900 crores
D ₹1,100 crores
Correct Answer:  C. ₹900 crores
Explanation:

ROE = (Net Profit / Equity Capital) × 100. Therefore, Net Profit = (18 × 5,000) / 100 = ₹900 crores

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