Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

General Test

Chapter

Current Affairs

Topic

National: 2023

Question:

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) recently issued guidelines for receiving "green deposits", kicked in from June 1 2023, by banks and non-banking financial companies (NBFCs). In this context what is the meaning of "green deposits"?

Options:

These are financial product that enables individuals and organizations to deposit their funds with banks and NBFCs, specifically to finance environmental-friendly activities and projects.

The money earned by individuals and organizations from environmental friendly business practices and deposited with banks and NBFCs for earning a higher rate of interest.

These are the deposits made by the companies/businesses with the government as a penalty for degrading the environment.

All of the above

Correct Answer:

These are financial product that enables individuals and organizations to deposit their funds with banks and NBFCs, specifically to finance environmental-friendly activities and projects.

Explanation:

In a move to promote sustainability and address climate change, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) recently issued guidelines for receiving "green deposits", kicked in from June 1 2023, by banks and non-banking financial companies (NBFCs). These green deposits aim to finance renewable energy, green transport, and green building projects.

Green deposits are a financial product that enables individuals and organizations to deposit their funds with banks and NBFCs, specifically to finance environmental-friendly activities and projects. These deposits serve as a means to mobilize resources and direct them towards sustainable initiatives.