Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Economics

Chapter

Macro Economics: Money and Banking

Question:

What is the name of the financial institution which is/are not banks but they accept deposits and do not offer loans?

Options:

LIC

Post offices

Central banks

Mutual Funds

Correct Answer:

Post offices

Explanation:

The correct answer is Option 2: Post offices

Post offices often accept deposits through various savings schemes and accounts but do not offer loans. They provide a way for people to save money while ensuring the safety of their deposits.

 

  • LIC (Life Insurance Corporation): LIC is an insurance company that offers insurance products and does not primarily deal with deposits or loans.

  • Central Banks: Central banks manage the monetary system of a country and do not accept deposits from the public or offer loans in the way commercial banks do. They regulate and control the banking sector.

  • Mutual Funds: Mutual funds pool money from investors to invest in a diversified portfolio of securities. They do not accept deposits or offer loans; rather, they invest in financial markets.