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'Regional Rural Banks' (RRBs) were established in 1975 to strictly provide credit to whom?
Question

'Regional Rural Banks' (RRBs) were established in 1975 to strictly provide credit to whom?

A.

Large Corporate Houses

B.

Rural people (Small farmers, artisans, laborers)

C.

Urban businessmen

D.

Stock market investors

Correct option is B

The correct answer is (B) Rural people (Small farmers, artisans, laborers)

Explanation:
• RRBs were created based on the recommendations of the Narasimham Committee on Rural Credit.
• Their primary objective is to develop the rural economy by providing credit for agriculture, trade, and small industries.

Information Booster:
• The first RRB, 'Prathama Bank', was established on October 2, 1975.
• The ownership of RRBs is shared: Central Government (50%), Sponsor Bank (35%), and State Government (15%).

Additional Knowledge:
• Corporate Houses (Option A): Are primarily served by Commercial Banks and NBFCs.

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