Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Economics

Chapter

Indian Economic Development: Rural Development

Question:

How did Self Help Groups fill the gap in the formal credit system in rural India?

Options:

They formulated their own rules and regulations, which every person followed

They formed unions and sat on strike against the government

Each member contributed and formed a pool of money

None of the above

Correct Answer:

Each member contributed and formed a pool of money

Explanation:

All the members of the group contributed small amount and formed a pool of money. From the pooled money, credit was given to the needy members to be repayable in small instalments at reasonable interest rates.