Questions and Answers
Which type of deposit account is designed for individuals who are not financially literate?
What is the primary function of banks that involves accepting money from customers?
What is the importance of KYC norms in opening a deposit account?
Which of the following is a type of institutional account holder?
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What is the purpose of a pay-in-slip in a deposit account?
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What is the term for the premature withdrawal of a fixed deposit?
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What is the role of the REBI in the Indian banking system?
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What is the purpose of a demand draft?
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Study Notes
Evolution of Banking
- Origin of banking dates back to ancient times, with the first unit of currency being introduced
- Evolution of banking in the West: from goldsmiths to modern banks
- Evolution of banking in India: from indigenous banking to modern banking system
- Importance of banking: facilitates economic growth, provides liquidity, and manages risk
Phases of Banking Evolution
- Phase 1: Early banking (ancient times to 18th century)
- Phase 2: British colonial era (18th century to 1947)
- Phase 3: Post-independence era (1947 to 1991)
- Phase 4: Liberalization and reforms (1991 onwards)
Reforms and Acts Related to Banking Sector
- Reserve Bank of India (RBI) Act, 1934
- Banking Regulation Act, 1949
- Nationalization of banks (1969 and 1980)
- Liberalization of banking sector (1991)
RBI and its Role
- Regulator of Indian banking system
- Formulates monetary policy and regulates financial institutions
- Ensures stability and growth of the financial system
Primary Functions of Banks
- Accepting deposits: current, savings, recurring, and fixed deposits
- Granting loans and advances: term loans, short-term credit, overdraft, cash credit, and purchasing and discounting of bills
Secondary Functions of Banks
- Agency functions: payment and collection of cheques, bills, and promissory notes, execution of standing instructions, and acting as a trustee and executor
- General utility functions: safe custody, safe deposit vaults, remittances of funds, pension payments, and acting as a dealer in foreign exchange
Opening and Operating Deposit Accounts
- Procedure for opening deposit account: KYC norms, application form, introduction, proof of residence, specimen signature, and nomination
- No-frills account: a basic banking account with limited features
- Procedure for operating deposit account: pay-in-slips, issue of passbook, issue of cheque book, and issue of fixed deposit receipt
Closure and Transfer of Accounts
- Closure of accounts: reasons and procedures
- Transfer of accounts to other branches: reasons and procedures
Types of Account Holders
- Individual account holders: single or joint, illiterate, minor, married women, and non-residents
- Institutional account holders: sole proprietorship firm, joint stock company, Hindu Undivided Family, clubs, associations, and societies
Methods of Remittances
- Demand drafts
- Bankers' cheques
- Mail transfer
- Telegraphic transfer
- Electronic Funds Transfer
Insurance
- Introduction to insurance: concept, types, and importance
- Evolution of life and general insurance: history, development, and role
- Role of IRDA as regulator of insurance in India
General Insurance
- Meaning and principles of general insurance
- Types of general insurance: fire, marine, and miscellaneous insurance
- Organization and administration of general insurance in India
- Functions of general insurance: risk assessment, policy issuance, and claims settlement
Life Insurance
- Meaning and principles of life insurance
- Types of life insurance policies: term, whole life, endowment, and annuity
- Working of Life Insurance Corporation of India
- Career options in insurance business
Risks and Accidents
- Meaning and importance of hazards protection
- Social security and type of risks and accidents
- Procedure for settlement of claims
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This quiz covers the evolution of banking in the West and India, including its history, phases, and reforms. It also explores the primary functions of banks, including accepting deposits and granting loans and advances.