What is the maximum tenure for a fixed deposit in Indian banks?
A 5 years B 10 years C 15 years D Unlimited
Indian banks can accept fixed deposits for any tenure as per the individual bank's policies, with no regulatory upper limit.
Which of the following is NOT a part of RBI's monetary policy transmission mechanism?
A Repo Rate B Reverse Repo Rate C Statutory Liquidity Ratio D Goods and Services Tax Rate
GST is a fiscal policy tool controlled by the GST Council, not a monetary policy tool of RBI. Repo, Reverse Repo, and SLR are RBI instruments.
What is the current repo rate as per RBI's latest monetary policy (2024)?
A 6.25% B 6.50% C 6.75% D 7.00%
As of 2024, RBI's repo rate is maintained at 6.5% as per the latest monetary policy decision by the Monetary Policy Committee.
Which of the following best describes 'Basel III' in banking?
A A payment system used by Indian banks B An international regulatory framework for bank capital adequacy and risk management C A loan classification system for non-performing assets D A digital banking security protocol
Basel III is an international regulatory framework developed by the Basel Committee on Banking Supervision for bank capital and risk management.
What does SWIFT code in banking stand for?
A Society for Worldwide Interbank Financial Telecommunications B System for Web-based International Fund Transfer C Secure Wireless International Transaction Format D Standard Worldwide International Fund Transfer
SWIFT is a global standard for secure international fund transfers and messaging between banks worldwide.
Which RBI initiative aims to provide a framework for facilitating cross-border payments in rupees?
A International Monetary Fund B Rupee Trade Corridor C Global Financial System D Internationalization of the Rupee
RBI has been promoting the internationalization of the rupee to facilitate cross-border payments and reduce dependence on foreign currencies.
A customer's bank account becomes inoperative if no transaction occurs for how long?
A 6 months B 12 months C 24 months D 36 months
As per RBI guidelines, a savings or current account becomes 'inoperative' if there is no transaction for 12 consecutive months.
Which of the following correctly defines 'Bancassurance'?
A Insurance provided by banks to their employees only B Distribution of insurance products through bank branches and channels C Life insurance exclusively for senior bank officials D Insurance against bank fraud and cyber attacks
Bancassurance is the delivery and distribution of insurance products through banking channels to customers.
Which of the following is a negotiable instrument used in banking?
A Bearer Bond B Promissory Note C Stock Certificate D Insurance Policy
A Promissory Note is a negotiable instrument that represents a written promise to pay a specified sum to a creditor.
What does KYC stand for in banking terminology?
A Know Your Client B Keep Your Capital C Key Yearly Calculation D Knowledge Yield Certificate
KYC (Know Your Client) is a mandatory compliance process to verify customer identity and assess their financial profile.
What is the current statutory liquidity ratio (SLR) requirement set by RBI for banks?
A 15% B 18% C 20% D 25%
As per RBI guidelines, banks must maintain a minimum SLR of 18% of their net demand and time liabilities.
Which RBI framework regulates digital lending operations in India?
A Digital Banking Directive 2020 B Guidelines on Digital Lending Operations 2023 C E-Lending Authorization Act D Cyber Banking Regulation 2022
RBI issued Guidelines on Digital Lending Operations in 2023 to regulate fintech lending platforms and digital lenders.
What is the minimum Capital Adequacy Ratio (CAR) required for Scheduled Commercial Banks under Basel III framework?
A 8% B 10% C 11.5% D 15%
Under Basel III, the minimum CAR for Scheduled Commercial Banks is 11.5%, comprising 9.5% for common equity and 1% for additional tier-1 capital.
Which scheme provides crop insurance coverage to farmers in India?
A Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana B Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi C Pradhan Mantri Mudra Yojana D Pradhan Mantri Suraksha Bima Yojana
Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana (PMFBY) provides crop insurance protection to farmers against crop failure due to natural calamities.
What is the full form of NPA in banking context?
A Non-Performing Asset B Non-Profit Association C National Payment Authority D Non-Public Asset
NPA (Non-Performing Asset) refers to a loan or advance where interest and principal payments are overdue for 90 days or more.
Which payment system allows instant transfer of funds between bank accounts?
A NEFT (National Electronic Funds Transfer) B RTGS (Real Time Gross Settlement) C Cheque Clearing D DD (Demand Draft)
RTGS enables real-time settlement of fund transfers, typically for high-value transactions above Rs. 2 lakhs.
What is the primary function of the Clearing Corporation of India Limited (CCIL)?
A To regulate stock market operations B To act as central counterparty for trades in money market and government securities C To issue currency notes D To manage foreign exchange reserves
CCIL acts as a central counterparty (CCP) for trades in money markets and government securities, reducing counterparty risk.
Which RBI scheme targets financial inclusion through digital channels?
A RBI Digital Transformation Program B Fintech Innovation Hub C BHIM AEPS (Aadhaar Enabled Payment System) D Digital Banking Accelerator
BHIM AEPS enables cardless, cashless transactions using Aadhaar biometrics, promoting financial inclusion in rural areas.
What is the current Cash Reserve Ratio (CRR) as per RBI's latest monetary policy stance (2024)?
A 4.0% B 4.5% C 5.0% D 5.5%
The CRR is maintained at 4.5% of banks' Net Demand and Time Liabilities (NDTL) as per recent RBI policy guidelines.
What does CIBIL score measure in the Indian banking system?
A Credit Worthiness of an Individual B Capital Investment Balance C Compliance Index for Banks D Currency Inflation Balance Index
CIBIL (Credit Information Bureau India Limited) score measures individual and corporate creditworthiness based on credit history.
