RBI & Banking MCQs - July 2026 Current Affairs

101.

The RBI's Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) aims to keep inflation within a specific band. What is the mandated inflation target for the RBI, as per the current framework effective in 2026?

A 2% to 4%

B 3% to 7%

C 4% +/- 2%

D NEEDS_REVIEW

102.

In its monetary policy statement of mid-2026, the RBI maintained its policy repo rate. What was the primary reason cited by the RBI for its cautious stance on interest rates, given the prevailing inflation scenario?

A Sustained high inflation necessitating a tight monetary policy.

B Concerns about the global economic slowdown impacting domestic growth.

C Inflationary pressures remaining above the target, requiring continued vigilance.

D A need to boost credit growth by lowering borrowing costs.

103.

Which of the following was a key focus area for the Reserve Bank of India in the fiscal year 2025-26, as highlighted in its Annual Report?

A Aggressive reduction of the repo rate to stimulate economic growth.

B Strengthening regulatory oversight on fintech companies and digital lending.

C Phasing out of all digital payment systems by the end of the fiscal year.

D Reducing the banking sector's exposure to government securities.

104.

The Annual Report 2025-26 also discussed the RBI's foreign exchange reserves. What was the approximate level of India's foreign exchange reserves as of March 31, 2026, as stated in the report?

A Around USD 500 billion

B Around USD 650 billion

C Around USD 750 billion

D NEEDS_REVIEW

105.

The Reserve Bank of India's Annual Report for the fiscal year 2025-26, released in August 2026, highlighted significant trends in the Indian economy. Which of the following was a key observation regarding the banking sector's performance?

A A sharp decline in Non-Performing Assets (NPAs) across all public sector banks.

B Increased profitability and improved Capital Adequacy Ratio (CAR) for most banks.

C A significant contraction in credit growth due to heightened risk aversion.

D A substantial increase in the number of bank branches in rural areas.

106.

According to the RBI's 2026 Digital Lending Guidelines, what is the maximum tenure for a digital loan that can be disbursed without requiring additional regulatory approval?

A 6 months

B 12 months

C 24 months

D NEEDS_REVIEW

107.

The RBI's new Digital Lending Guidelines of 2026 emphasize the need for a clear outsourcing policy. Which of the following is a key requirement for outsourcing of any digital lending activity?

A The outsourcing entity must have a physical branch in every district.

B The regulated entity must retain full responsibility for the outsourced activity.

C The outsourced partner must be a subsidiary of the regulated entity.

D The outsourcing agreement must be for a minimum period of 10 years.

108.

As per the new Digital Lending Guidelines issued by the RBI in 2026, which of the following entities are NOT permitted to undertake digital lending activities?

A Scheduled Commercial Banks

B Non-Banking Financial Companies (NBFCs)

C Payment System Providers (PSPs) not regulated by RBI

D Small Finance Banks

109.

In Q1 FY27, which of the following indicators suggested that Indian Public Sector Banks were strengthening their financial resilience?

A A decrease in their market capitalization.

B An increase in their Capital Adequacy Ratio (CAR).

C A rise in their Net Interest Margins (NIMs) due to higher lending rates.

D A reduction in their customer base.

110.

The robust Q1 FY27 performance of Indian Public Sector Banks was largely driven by which of the following factors?

A A significant decrease in operational costs.

B Strong credit growth coupled with controlled provisioning.

C A sharp decline in deposit rates.

D Increased government capital infusion.

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