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What is the primary focus of microlending programs?
What is the primary focus of microlending programs?
- Collateral requirement
- Loan amount
- Borrower's character and capacity (correct)
- Borrower's gender
What is a significant factor contributing to the success of Grameen Bank among women borrowers?
What is a significant factor contributing to the success of Grameen Bank among women borrowers?
- Receiving larger loan amounts
- Borrowing from traditional banks
- Joining borrowing groups for support and accountability (correct)
- Having collateral for loans
What distinguishes microlending from traditional banks in terms of loan eligibility?
What distinguishes microlending from traditional banks in terms of loan eligibility?
- Having stricter repayment terms
- Not requiring collateral (correct)
- Focusing on borrower's gender
- Providing larger loan amounts
What is the primary aim of the Global Fund for Women?
What is the primary aim of the Global Fund for Women?
What is a positive secondary effect of both microlending and the Global Fund for Women mentioned in the text?
What is a positive secondary effect of both microlending and the Global Fund for Women mentioned in the text?