Q151
Since 1983, the RBI's responsibility with respect to regional rural banks was transferred to
A.
ARDC
B.
SBI
C.
NABARD
AnswerD.
PACs
Answer: Option C
Solution
Answer: Option C
Solution:
NABARD was established on 12 July 1982 to implement the National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development Act 1981. It replaced the Agricultural Credit Department (ACD) and Rural Planning and Credit Cell (RPCC) of Reserve Bank of India, and Agricultural Refinance and Development Corporation (ARDC). It is one of the premier agencies providing developmental credit in rural areas. NABARD is India's specialised bank for Agriculture and Rural Development in India.