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What is the maximum loan amount that can be sanctioned?
What is the maximum loan amount that can be sanctioned?
What is the minimum margin required for the loan?
What is the minimum margin required for the loan?
Which document is NOT required for the loan sanction?
Which document is NOT required for the loan sanction?
What is the maximum repayment period for the loan?
What is the maximum repayment period for the loan?
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Which of the following is considered primary security for the loan?
Which of the following is considered primary security for the loan?
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What is one of the key principles behind microfinance?
What is one of the key principles behind microfinance?
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What is one of the commonly provided services through microfinance?
What is one of the commonly provided services through microfinance?
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What year was proclaimed as the 'International Year of Microcredit'?
What year was proclaimed as the 'International Year of Microcredit'?
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What is the role of hypothecation in this loan policy?
What is the role of hypothecation in this loan policy?
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What is the primary focus of microinsurance?
What is the primary focus of microinsurance?
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Which of the following is NOT a type of coverage typically offered by microinsurance?
Which of the following is NOT a type of coverage typically offered by microinsurance?
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How does microinsurance function in terms of risk management?
How does microinsurance function in terms of risk management?
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What characteristic differentiates microinsurance from traditional insurance?
What characteristic differentiates microinsurance from traditional insurance?
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Which model is NOT mentioned as part of the microfinance credit lending models?
Which model is NOT mentioned as part of the microfinance credit lending models?
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Why is microinsurance particularly important in developing countries?
Why is microinsurance particularly important in developing countries?
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Which of the following best describes how microfinance institutions operate?
Which of the following best describes how microfinance institutions operate?
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What is a significant benefit of risk pooling in microinsurance?
What is a significant benefit of risk pooling in microinsurance?
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Which of the following best reflects the target audience for microinsurance?
Which of the following best reflects the target audience for microinsurance?
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What is the typical repayment structure for crop loans?
What is the typical repayment structure for crop loans?
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Which of the following options is NOT typically considered a use for the loan amount?
Which of the following options is NOT typically considered a use for the loan amount?
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Which of the following banks is NOT listed as a provider of crop loans in India?
Which of the following banks is NOT listed as a provider of crop loans in India?
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What type of loan is a gold loan considered?
What type of loan is a gold loan considered?
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Which of the following is a feature of crop loans?
Which of the following is a feature of crop loans?
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What does the gold loan operate similarly to?
What does the gold loan operate similarly to?
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With the introduction of digital gold products, what is an attractive option for borrowers?
With the introduction of digital gold products, what is an attractive option for borrowers?
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Which of the following is NOT a common form of physical gold used for loans?
Which of the following is NOT a common form of physical gold used for loans?
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What is the role of NABARD concerning crop loans?
What is the role of NABARD concerning crop loans?
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What is the primary source of income for individuals residing in rural regions across India?
What is the primary source of income for individuals residing in rural regions across India?
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Which organization is considered the main regulatory body in India's rural banking system?
Which organization is considered the main regulatory body in India's rural banking system?
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What type of credit vehicles does agricultural credit include?
What type of credit vehicles does agricultural credit include?
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What role does NABARD play in improving the credit delivery system?
What role does NABARD play in improving the credit delivery system?
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Which fund is SIDBI responsible for administering?
Which fund is SIDBI responsible for administering?
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How do farmers and peasants in India typically secure funding for their agricultural activities?
How do farmers and peasants in India typically secure funding for their agricultural activities?
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What is the purpose of international guarantee funds created by UN organizations?
What is the purpose of international guarantee funds created by UN organizations?
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Which type of farmers benefits most from cooperative credit schemes?
Which type of farmers benefits most from cooperative credit schemes?
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What does the term 'Bank Guarantee' refer to in financial contexts?
What does the term 'Bank Guarantee' refer to in financial contexts?
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What is the primary purpose of SIDBI?
What is the primary purpose of SIDBI?
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What characterizes crop loans?
What characterizes crop loans?
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What does microfinance primarily provide?
What does microfinance primarily provide?
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Which statement best describes macro-finance?
Which statement best describes macro-finance?
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Why are agricultural loan default rates considered chronically high?
Why are agricultural loan default rates considered chronically high?
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What is considered a source of rural credit?
What is considered a source of rural credit?
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What is the role of the rural banking system in India?
What is the role of the rural banking system in India?
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What is the primary distinction between microfinance and macro finance?
What is the primary distinction between microfinance and macro finance?
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Which type of loan is specifically a short-term loan given to farmers for crops?
Which type of loan is specifically a short-term loan given to farmers for crops?
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Study Notes
Agricultural Credit
- Crop loans finance improved seeds, fertilizers, and machinery, prioritizing agriculture as a key sector.
- Loans are typically secured and repaid in a single installment post-harvest.
- Interest is charged semi-annually at a simple rate.
- NABARD offers refinancing for loans from lenders and co-operative societies.
- Banks providing crop loans include: Union Bank of India, IDBI Bank, State Bank of India, HDFC Bank, and others.
Gold Loan
- A gold loan is a secured loan where the borrower pledges gold (18K to 24K) as collateral.
- Similar to a mortgage loan; physical assets secure the capital borrowed.
- Digital gold options allow for liquidation of physical gold into sovereign gold bonds (SGB) to lower interest rates.
- Maximum loan amount is Rs 10 lakh with a minimum margin of 20%.
- Primary security includes mortgage of land, hypothecation of crops, and collateral for existing owned land.
Microfinance
- Microfinance encompasses essential financial services like loans, savings, and insurance for low-income earners.
- It primarily focuses on providing microcredit to aspiring micro-entrepreneurs.
- Recognized by the UN, 2005 was declared the “International Year of Microcredit.”
- Microfinance principles have roots in cooperative banking over 150 years ago.
Microinsurance
- Focuses on offering tailored insurance plans for low-income families.
- Available in developing countries where traditional insurance is limited or unavailable.
- Insured pay lower premiums for coverage on various risks including health and property insurance.
- Operates on risk pooling, creating larger networks of insurance solutions.
Microfinance Institutions (MFIs) Models
- Various lending models in microfinance include associations, cooperatives, credit unions, Grameen model, and others.
- Bank Guarantees serve as a capital guarantee scheme for loan recovery and insurance claims.
Important Points to Note
- Agricultural credit includes various instruments like loans, notes, and banker's acceptances.
- Most rural households rely on agriculture for income and regularly invest in their harvests.
- Cooperative credit is a vital funding source for small- and medium-scale farmers.
- NABARD is the key regulatory body for rural banking in India, focusing on credit delivery improvements.
- High default rates in agricultural loans often stem from economic hardships or reluctance to repay.
- Microfinance aims at basic financial services for economic activity among low-income populations.
- Macro-finance focuses on broader economic development impacting larger populations and entities.
Self-Assessment Questions
- Explore definitions and distinctions of agricultural and rural credit.
- Assess the significance of NABARD in Indian agriculture.
- Understand and characterize short-term loans, specifically crop loans.
- Evaluate the sources of rural credit and the role of the rural banking system in development.
- Differentiate between microfinance and macro finance.
Reading Material
- E-book chapters and additional literature to broaden understanding of these topics.
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Explore the essential concepts of crop loans in India, including their purpose, repayment structure, and the institutions involved in lending. This quiz will analyze the significance of agricultural financing and its impact on farming practices. Test your knowledge on the details of secured loans and interest calculations.