SIDBI Initiatives for MSME Development

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What type of financing does SIDBI provide directly to MSMEs?

  • Market research grants
  • Real estate investment aids
  • Tax incentives
  • Working capital loans (correct)

Which digital initiative was launched by SIDBI to connect various stakeholders in the start-up ecosystem?

  • Startup Connect
  • SIDBI Startup Mitra (correct)
  • Entrepreneurial Network
  • Innovation Hub

Which of the following options describes the role of SIDBI as a nodal agency?

  • To promote international trade
  • To implement subsidy schemes for MSMEs (correct)
  • To regulate financial institutions
  • To provide agricultural loans

What is the main aim of the Udyami Mitra portal developed by SIDBI?

<p>To provide access to credit and handholding support (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which kind of finance does SIDBI offer to small business owners through microfinance?

<p>Support for establishing businesses (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the significant outcome of the Committee to Review the Arrangements for Institutional Credit for Agriculture and Rural Development (CRAFICARD)?

<p>Establishment of NABARD (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What services does SIDBI provide under indirect finance?

<p>Refinancing banks and state-level financial institutions (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In what year was the SIDBI Startup Mitra initiative launched?

<p>2016 (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following forms of financing is NOT offered directly by SIDBI?

<p>Investment banking services (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a primary purpose of the SIDBI initiatives for MSMEs?

<p>Supporting the growth of small businesses (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

SIDBI Direct Finance

SIDBI directly finances MSMEs through loans, working capital, and other financial support.

SIDBI Indirect Finance

SIDBI helps MSMEs by refinancing loans through banks and other financial institutions.

SIDBI Micro Finance

SIDBI provides microloans for very small businesses and entrepreneurs.

SIDBI Startup Mitra

A digital platform connecting startup entrepreneurs with investors, mentors, and banks.

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Udyami Mitra

A portal that helps MSMEs access loans and support.

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NABARD

A government agency focusing on agricultural and rural development financing.

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MSME

Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises; small to medium-sized businesses.

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Nodal Agency (SIDBI)

SIDBI acts as the main agency to coordinate and implement schemes for MSMEs.

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Capital Formation (MSME)

The process of accumulating funds and resources for starting or growing a business.

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CRAFICARD

Committee to Review the Arrangements for Institutional Credit for Agriculture and Rural Development, a committee whose recommendations lead to NABARD's establishment

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Study Notes

SIDBI Initiatives

  • SIDBI is involved in skill development for entrepreneurs, particularly women and economically weaker sections
  • It facilitates financing for industries in semi-urban areas to reduce migration
  • Offers diverse financing options
    • Direct finance to MSMEs (e.g., working capital, term loans)
    • Indirect finance through refinancing to banks and financial institutions
    • Microfinance to small businesses

Digital Initiatives

  • SIDBI Startup Mitra: launched March 17, 2016
    • Brings together stakeholders (entrepreneurs, investors, mentors, advisors, banks) for financing
    • Acts as a knowledge partner for central and state governments
  • Udyami Mitra Portal
    • Improves access to credit and handholding for MSMEs
    • Allows applying for loans without visiting banks
    • Tracks application status, uploads documents, offers handholding support for finance
  • SIDBI is a nodal agency for implementing government subsidy schemes for MSMEs, boosting modernization, and expansion.

National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD)

  • India's agricultural sector and allied activities are significant for livelihoods
  • Government is aware of the need to boost institutional credit in rural areas
  • Reserve Bank of India (RBI) set up a committee (CRAFICARD) to review agricultural credit under Shri B. Sivaraman
  • Committee recommendations were adopted, establishing NABARD.

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