MCQs - 2026-08

The RBI clarified that penal interest should be levied as 'penal charges' and not as 'penal interest' that capitalizes and adds to the principal. These charges should be reasonable and not usurious, and there should be no capitalization of penal charges. This was a significant move to ensure fairness and transparency.

To enhance transparency and prevent unauthorized deductions, the RBI mandates that the loan amount must be disbursed directly into the bank account of the borrower, without any pass-through to the LSP.

The RBI mandates a 'Key Fact Statement' (KFS) to be provided to the borrower before the execution of the loan contract, detailing all terms, conditions, and costs transparently. This ensures complete transparency for the borrower.

The UNSC's discussions on Indo-Pacific stability are grounded in upholding the principle of sovereign equality of states and peaceful resolution of disputes, as enshrined in the UN Charter.

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Discussions on Indo-Pacific stability at the UNSC in 2026 often revolve around geopolitical tensions, territorial disputes, and ensuring freedom of navigation and overflight in the region.

India and Japan have been actively engaged in the transfer of defense equipment and technology, which includes advanced maritime surveillance and defense systems, bolstering their cooperative security framework.

India and Japan's maritime security cooperation primarily focuses on areas like maritime domain awareness, anti-piracy operations, and ensuring freedom of navigation in the Indo-Pacific region.

JIMEX (Japan-India Maritime Exercise) is the primary bilateral maritime exercise between India and Japan, focusing on enhancing interoperability and cooperation in maritime security.

The Election Commission of India (ECI) is an autonomous constitutional authority responsible for administering election processes in India, including the enforcement of the Model Code of Conduct.