General Awareness as on 18092024

Which Indian Bank recently issued a Green Bond worth of $500 million in 2024 to fund renewable energy projectrs?

• HDFC Bank

• Axis Bank

• ICICI Bank

• None of the above

Answer explanation

STATE BANK OF INDIA

What is the primary focus of the RBI Priority Sector Lending (PSL) guidelines updated 2024?

• Green Energy Projects

• Affordable Housing

• Agricultural Credit

• MSME develoopment

Which global financial initiative was adopted by India in 2024 to align its banking system with sustainability goals?

• Sustainable Development Financing Guidelines

• Green Climate Fund Framework

• Equator Principles

• Basel IV Sustainability Standards

Answer explanation

Equator Principles are a set of voluntary guidelines adopted by financial institutions to ensure that large scale development or construction projects appropriately consider the associated potential impacts on the natural environment and the affected communities

Which Indian Bank launched the Go Green Savings Account in 2024?

• Punjab National Bank

• Canara Bank

• HDFC Bank

• ICICI Bank

What is the purpose of the Green Finance Scheme introduced by SIDBI in 2024?

• Provide capital for MSMEs adopting sustainable practices

• Encourage corporate environmental reporting

• Promote electric vehicle manufacturing

• Fund tree plantation programs

Which country recently linked its instant payment system with India's UPI in 2024?

• UAE

• Singapore

• Malaysia

• Saudi Arabia

What was the main theme of ghe G 20 Finance Ministers' meeting chaired by India in 2024?

• Global Tax Transparency

• Digital Financial Inclusion

• Sustainable Banking Practices

• Regulation of Cryptocurrency

Which Indian Financial Institution joined the International Sustainability Standards Board(ISSB) in 2024?

• NABARD

• RBI

• SEBI

• EXIM Bank

Which International Bank partnered with Indian Banks to support climate-resilent infrastructure projects in 2024?

• Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank(AIIB)

• World Bank

• International Monetary Fund(IMF)

• New Development Bank(NDB)

What new initiative did the RBI introduce to support cross-border trade settlements in rupees?

• Rupee Payment Arrangement Framework

• Special Vostro Accounts

• Currency Swap Mechanissm

• Rupee-Export Finance Scheme