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What is the primary purpose of bi-lateral and multi-lateral development agencies in the context of urban infrastructure financing?

  • To provide credit rating to ULBs for interest rates
  • To invest in township and housing projects in India
  • To provide aid or loans to developing countries for infrastructure projects (correct)
  • To provide loans against property to ULBs
  • What is a characteristic of loans provided by bi-lateral and multi-lateral development agencies?

  • They have a long application and fund disbursement process (correct)
  • They require no compliance to social safety policies
  • They have a short application and fund disbursement process
  • They provide loans against property
  • Which institution is an example of a long-term infrastructure financing agency?

  • IDFC (correct)
  • USAID
  • LIC of India
  • JICA
  • What is the primary benefit of municipal bonds/debentures?

    <p>They are highly liquid and can be traded in the stock market</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is an example of a Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) in infrastructure projects?

    <p>JICA invested in the Delhi Mumbai Industrial Corridor (DMIC)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the benefit of 100% FDI in townships, housing, and built-up infrastructure projects?

    <p>It allows for foreign investment in infrastructure projects</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary role of banking institutions in the context of urban infrastructure financing?

    <p>To provide short to medium term loans to ULBs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the characteristic of loans provided by banking institutions to ULBs?

    <p>They are short to medium term loans</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of credit rating of ULBs?

    <p>To determine the interest rate for loans</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the benefit of municipal bonds/debentures sold to individuals or institutions?

    <p>They are highly liquid and can be traded in the stock market</p> Signup and view all the answers

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