Question

Select the functions of the RBI, which are correct using the code given below:
1. as 'banker to the Government' it performs merchant banking function for the central and the state governments and also acts are their 'banker'.
2. As 'banker to banks', it maintains banking accounts of all scheduled banks.

• A. Only 1
• B. Only 2
• C. 1 and 2
• D. Neither 1 nor 2

Answer 1

The correct option is C 1 and 2

It means the RBI functions as the body, which manage the borrowing programmes of the government in India. Statement-2 talks about the 'banker of the last resort' function of the RBI under which it lends money to all operating banks and the financial institutions in the country.