Social Banking in India

Question

India adopted social banking and multi-agency approach to meet rural credit needs after which year?

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India adopted social banking and multi-agency approach to meet rural credit needs after which year?

  1. 1947
  2. 1969 — Correct Answer
  3. 1982
  4. 1991
Explanation:
Correct Answer Explanation

A major change occurred after 1969 when India adopted social banking and multi-agency approach to adequately meet the needs of rural credit.

Key Points:
  • In 1969, 14 major commercial banks were nationalised.
  • This led to the adoption of social banking approach.
  • Multi-agency approach included commercial banks, RRBs, cooperatives and land development banks.
  • Before 1969, moneylenders and traders exploited small and marginal farmers.
Why Other Options Are Wrong
  • A (1947): Independence year; social banking was not adopted then.
  • C (1982): NABARD was established this year.
  • D (1991): Economic liberalisation began this year.

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