Q7. (UPSC Prelims 2017)

Which of the following statements is/are correct regarding RBI?

1. RBI acts as banker to the Government of India.

2. RBI manages public debt of the Government of India.

Select the correct answer:
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2

Q8. (UPSC Prelims 2015)

Which of the following are included in the instruments of monetary policy?

1. Open Market Operations
2. Cash Reserve Ratio
3. Statutory Liquidity Ratio
4. Repo Rate
Select the correct answer:
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 1, 2 and 3 only
(c) 2, 3 and 4 only
(d) 1, 2, 3 and 4

Monetary policy is the RBI’s primary instrument to balance inflation control with growth imperatives.

Understanding tools like repo rate, CRR, SLR, OMO, and LAF is essential to analyse inflation trends, liquidity conditions, monetary transmission, and policy stance—frequently tested across UPSC Prelims and Mains with strong linkage to current affairs.

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Money Supply Measures | RBI | UPSC Prelims + Mains

Understanding M0, M1, M2 and M3 is non-negotiable for UPSC Economics.
This infographic clearly explains Reserve Money, Narrow Money, Intermediate Money and Broad Money, along with their components, liquidity, and policy relevance.
🔹 M0 – High Powered Money (RBI’s direct control)
🔹 M1 – Transactional money (most liquid)
🔹 M2 – M1 + Post Office savings
🔹 M3 – Broad Money (most important for inflation & growth)
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✔️ M3 = Broad Money
✔️ M0 × Money Multiplier = M3
✔️ RBI primarily tracks M3 growth
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Understanding banking classifications is crucial for UPSC GS-III.
This one-page notes-style infographic simplifies:
✔ Scheduled vs Non-Scheduled Banks
✔ Small Finance & Payments Banks
✔ Cooperative Banking Structure
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1.With reference to Regional Rural Banks (RRBs), consider the following statements:

1. RRBs are owned by the Central Government, the State Government and the sponsoring bank.

2. RRBs can provide loans only to the weaker sections.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2

2. Which of the following are the objectives of the cooperative credit system in India?

1. To provide cheap credit to farmers

2. To encourage thrift and self-help

3. To provide credit only to large farmers

Select the correct answer using the code below.
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3

3. Which of the following statements regarding Payment Banks is/are correct?

1. They can accept demand deposits but cannot issue loans.

2. They can issue ATM/debit cards but not credit cards.

Select the correct answer using the code below.
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2

4. Which one of the following is not a public sector bank?
(a) Punjab National Bank
(b) Indian Bank
(c) IDBI Bank
(d) HDFC Bank