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.
What is the primary function of the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code (IBC), 2016?
ATo regulate stock market operations
BTo provide a time-bound resolution mechanism for insolvency
CTo control inflation in the economy
DTo establish interest rate benchmarks
Correct Answer:
B. To provide a time-bound resolution mechanism for insolvency
Explanation:
IBC, 2016 provides a time-bound resolution process for insolvent debtors and companies, aimed at maximizing asset value and protecting creditor interests.
Which international organization sets global standards for banking supervision and capital adequacy?
AWorld Bank
BIMF (International Monetary Fund)
CBasel Committee on Banking Supervision
DUNCTAD
Correct Answer:
C. Basel Committee on Banking Supervision
Explanation:
The Basel Committee on Banking Supervision sets international standards for bank regulation and capital adequacy through Basel I, II, and III frameworks.
What is the Standing Liquidity Facility (SLF) introduced by RBI?
AA permanent lending facility for scheduled banks to borrow funds at specified rates
BA deposit scheme for retail customers
CA government borrowing mechanism
DA credit rating system for NBFCs
Correct Answer:
A. A permanent lending facility for scheduled banks to borrow funds at specified rates
Explanation:
SLF is a standing facility introduced by RBI allowing scheduled banks to borrow funds against government securities, providing liquidity at a specified spread over the policy rate.
What does CLR (Cash Reserve Ratio) mandate banks to maintain?
AA percentage of demand and time liabilities as cash reserves with RBI
BA percentage of deposits in government securities
CA percentage of capital in fixed deposits
DA percentage of profits as retained earnings
Correct Answer:
A. A percentage of demand and time liabilities as cash reserves with RBI
Explanation:
CRR requires banks to maintain a certain percentage of their demand and time liabilities as cash reserves with the RBI, currently at 4.5% (as of 2024).
Which of the following best describes 'Securitization' in banking?
AConverting illiquid assets into tradable securities backed by cash flows
BA method of encrypting bank data
CInsurance against operational risks
DA process of merging two banks
Correct Answer:
A. Converting illiquid assets into tradable securities backed by cash flows
Explanation:
Securitization is the process of converting illiquid assets (like loans) into tradable securities that are backed by the underlying cash flows of those assets.
What is the tenure for which RBI Governor is appointed?
A3 years
B5 years
C4 years
D6 years
Correct Answer:
C. 4 years
Explanation:
The RBI Governor is appointed for a tenure of 4 years, after which reappointment is possible. The current Governor is Sanjay Malhotra (appointed December 2023).