21. Local Area Banks can participate in the government’s financial inclusion schemes such as Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana (PMJDY).
a) True.
b) False.
22. Local Area Banks are allowed to conduct foreign exchange transactions without any restrictions.
a) True.
b) False.
23. Local Area Banks must submit regular reports and financial statements to the RBI for regulatory oversight.
a) True.
b) False.
24. Which of the following is a potential disadvantage of Local Area Banks?
a) Limited geographical reach.
b) Higher interest rates on loans and deposits.
c) Lack of specialized services.
d) Weak creditworthiness.
25. How many Local Area Banks can be established in a specific local area?
a) Only one.
b) Up to three.
c) Up to five.
d) There is no limit.