Introduction to NABARD (National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development)
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When was NABARD established?

  • March 30, 1965
  • August 15, 1947
  • July 12, 1982 (correct)
  • January 26, 1975
  • Where is the headquarters of NABARD located?

  • New Delhi, Delhi
  • Mumbai, Maharashtra (correct)
  • Kolkata, West Bengal
  • Chennai, Tamil Nadu
  • What is the primary objective of NABARD?

  • Ensuring high-speed internet connectivity in urban areas
  • Promoting urban industrial growth
  • Providing loans for international trade
  • Facilitating credit flow for agriculture and rural development (correct)
  • Why was NABARD established?

    <p>To address challenges and disparities in rural areas</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role did NABARD play in transforming the rural economy?

    <p>Crucial role in uplifting millions of lives</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What were the organizations that amalgamated to form NABARD?

    <p>Reserve Bank of India (RBI), Agricultural Credit Department (ACD), Agricultural Refinance and Development Corporation (ARDC)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of NABARD's key objectives?

    <p>Enhancing productivity in agriculture through innovation and technology adoption</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does NABARD do regarding Cooperative Banks and Regional Rural Banks (RRBs)?

    <p>It supervises them and helps in developing sound banking practices</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is Core Banking Solution (CBS)?

    <p>Networking of branches enabling customers to operate their accounts from any branch on the CBS network</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role do NABARD's international partners play?

    <p>They play a key consultant's role in providing advisory services and financial assistance for rural development and agriculture optimization</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    NABARD: Development and Role

    • NABARD (National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development) was established on July 12, 1982.

    • NABARD's headquarters is located in Mumbai, India.

    • NABARD's primary objective is to promote sustainable and inclusive agricultural and rural development.

    • NABARD was established to consolidate the existing institutions involved in rural credit and to strengthen and develop the rural financial system in India.

    • NABARD played a key role in transforming the rural economy by providing credit and other financial services to farmers, rural entrepreneurs, and other stakeholders in rural areas.

    • NABARD was formed by the amalgamation of three institutions:

      • Agricultural Refinance and Development Corporation (ARDC)
      • Rural Electrification Corporation (REC)
      • National Bank for Agricultural Credit (NBAC)
    • One of NABARD's key objectives is to strengthen the institutional framework for rural finance by providing financial and technical assistance to Cooperative Banks, Regional Rural Banks (RRBs), and other rural financial institutions.

    • NABARD regulates and supervises the operations of Cooperative Banks and RRBs to promote financial stability and soundness.

    • NABARD's Core Banking Solution (CBS) is a technologically advanced system that integrates the operations of rural financial institutions across various branches and locations, facilitating improved efficiency, transparency, and access to financial services.

    • International partners play a vital role by providing technical expertise, financial support, and knowledge exchange to help NABARD achieve its objectives.

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    Learn about the National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD) in India, its establishment, objectives, and operations from its headquarters in Mumbai, Maharashtra.

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