What is the primary objective of the Pradhan Mantri Mudra Yojana (PMMY) launched in 2015?
AProvide agricultural loans to farmers
BFacilitate credit to micro and small enterprises without collateral
COffer housing loans at subsidized rates
DSupport 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.
Which of the following is NOT a component of the RBI's Financial Stability Report assessment framework?
AAsset Quality
BCapital Adequacy
CCustomer Satisfaction Index
DProfitability 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.
A bank's Capital Adequacy Ratio (CAR) is 15.2%. Under Basel III, which tier of capital primarily contributes to this ratio?
ATier 1 Capital only
BTier 2 Capital only
CBoth Tier 1 and Tier 2 Capital
DTier 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.
If a bank's Cost-to-Income ratio is 42%, what does this indicate about its operational efficiency?
AHighly inefficient operations
BAbove-average efficiency
CPoor profitability outlook
DExcessive 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.
Which of the following is a feature of India's Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code (IBC), 2016?
AIt applies only to individuals, not businesses
BIt provides a time-bound resolution process of 180 days (extendable to 270 days)
CBanks have no role in the resolution process
DIt 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.
Under the RBI's Digital Rupee (e₹) initiative, which of the following is a primary objective?
AReplace all physical currency immediately
BProvide a secure, efficient digital payment alternative while maintaining the role of physical currency
CEliminate private cryptocurrencies completely
DRemove 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.