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What is the primary role of a bank?
To lend money and receive deposits.
Which of the following items were used as currency in ancient trade?
The first known records of metal coins date back to the 5th or 6th century BC.
True
Paper currency was introduced in India by the ______ in the year 1236 AD.
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What recent technology is commonly used for making banking transactions?
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What are examples of crypto-currency?
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What is the limitation of the barter system mentioned in the text?
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Study Notes
Learning Objectives and Outcomes
- Introduction to basic banking concepts, focusing on evolution, types, and operations.
- Understand the historical context of banking and its significance.
- Identify various types of banks, the products, and services they offer.
- Learning activities include interactive lectures and group activities to reinforce understanding.
Concept of Banking
- Essential role of banks as financial institutions that document lending and borrowing.
- Importance of banks in upholding agreements through documentation and stipulated repayment terms.
- A bank is recognized as a licensed entity by the government for facilitating loans and savings.
Evolution of Money
- Barter system limitations drove the need for a standardized currency system.
- Ancient civilizations used various items (gold coins in India, beans by the Aztecs, tobacco leaves by US colonists) as currency.
- Emergence of metal coins dates back to 5th or 6th century BC, formed from materials like electrum.
- Introduction of paper currency in India during the Mughals (1236 AD), following earlier developments in China (10th century).
- Transition to plastic cards (credit/debit) and popularity of net-banking as modern monetary practices.
- Introduction of cryptocurrency (e.g., bitcoin, ethereum) utilizing blockchain technology as the latest form of currency.
Importance of Banks
- Banks serve as secure locations for individuals and businesses to deposit and withdraw funds.
- Function as vaults for safe-keeping funds, enabling access to loans for high-value purchases (e.g., cars, homes).
- Adherence to strict rules and regulations underpinning their operations and services.
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Test your understanding of the basic concepts of banking with this Unit 3 quiz. Explore the evolution of banking, various types of banks, their services and products, and key banking operations. Assess your knowledge and performance in this essential financial domain.
