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    Question

    Read the following passage and answer the following question (Q20 to Q21). The Reserve Bank of India (RBI), as part of its Basel III Capital Regulations, has allowed banks to use external credit ratings to assess their risk-weighted assets for capital adequacy purposes. However, restrictions apply to certain credit rating agencies, particularly in terms of new rating mandates and existing loans. For instance, there are specific limits on loan amounts for which fresh ratings can be obtained, and conditions governing the surveillance of existing ratings, particularly for larger working capital facilities. These regulatory changes aim to ensure that banks are using reliable and appropriate credit ratings to manage their capital adequacy in a risk-sensitive manner.

    Under the revised Basel III Capital Regulations, what is

    the maximum limit for which banks can obtain fresh credit ratings from the specified CRA for bank loans?
    A ₹500 crore Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B ₹250 crore Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C ₹100 crore Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D ₹300 crore Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    E ₹150 crore Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    Banks are permitted to obtain fresh credit ratings from the CRA for bank loans not exceeding ₹250 crore under the updated Basel III Capital Regulations guidelines.

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