What is capital adequacy ratio in simple terms?

Capital Adequacy Ratio (CAR) is the ratio of a bank’s capital in relation to its risk weighted assets and current liabilities. You can read about the Capital Adequacy Ratio (CAR) in the given link.

Further readings:

1. Topic-Wise GS 3 Questions for UPSC Mains
2. Basel III Norms – Regulations by Basel Committee on Banking Supervision