Banking Loksewa Questions – Set 2
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Banking Loksewa Questions – Set 2 - sample questions with answers
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1. Which entity holds the monopoly power to issue bank notes and coins in Nepal?
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Answer: Nepal Rastra Bank
According to Section 52 of the Nepal Rastra Bank Act, 2058, Nepal Rastra Bank has the sole right to issue currency notes and coins in Nepal.
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2. In which year was the 'Bank of the United States' established in the United States?
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Answer: 1791 AD
The First Bank of the United States was chartered by the United States Congress in 1791 under the initiative of Alexander Hamilton.
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3. Among the 77 districts of Nepal, which district has the highest number of commercial bank branches?
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Answer: Kathmandu
Kathmandu is the district with the highest number of commercial bank branches in Nepal.
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4. On which date was the first amendment made to the Banking Offenses and Punishment Act, 2064?
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Answer: October 4, 2016 (2073 Ashwin 18 BS)
The first amendment to the Banking Offenses and Punishment Act, 2064 was authenticated on Ashwin 18, 2073 BS.
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5. The 'Bank Rate', employed by a central bank to regulate interest rates and money supply, is a primary tool of which policy?
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Answer: Monetary Policy
The bank rate is a quantitative instrument used by the central bank under its monetary policy to manage liquidity and interest rates.
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6. From which country is the Current Account believed to have originated in banking history?
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Answer: England
In banking history, the current account system was first introduced in England.
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7. In which section of the Nepal Rastra Bank Act, 2058 are the objectives of the central bank stipulated?
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Answer: Section 4
Section 4 of the Nepal Rastra Bank Act, 2058 clearly outlines the objectives of the bank.
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8. According to the Banks and Financial Institutions Act, 2073, how many members are there in the Audit Committee formed by the Board of Directors?
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Answer: 3 members
Under the Banks and Financial Institutions Act, the board of directors forms a 3-member audit committee headed by a non-executive director.
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9. While gaining WTO accession, Nepal committed to allowing foreign banks to open branches after which year?
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Answer: 2010 AD
Upon joining the WTO, Nepal committed to permitting foreign commercial banks to establish branches for wholesale banking after 2010.
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10. Who was the King of Nepal that first issued coins with a hole in the center?
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Answer: Prithvi Bir Bikram Shah
Coins with a hole in the center were issued in Nepal during the reign of King Prithvi Bir Bikram Shah.
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11. From which authority are banks and financial institutions legally required to obtain a license to conduct banking business in Nepal?
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Answer: Nepal Rastra Bank
According to the Bank and Financial Institutions Act, institutions must obtain a license from Nepal Rastra Bank to carry out banking transactions.
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12. According to the Nepal Rastra Bank Act, 2058, who guarantees the Nepalese currency?
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Answer: Government of Nepal
Under the Nepal Rastra Bank Act, currency notes and coins issued by the central bank are guaranteed by the Government of Nepal.
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13. According to the Banks and Financial Institutions Act, 2073, who holds the primary responsibility for formulating policies and determining the overall organizational structure of an institution?
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Answer: Board of Directors
The Board of Directors is responsible for preparing clear organizational structures, formulating institutional policies, and overseeing their implementation.
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14. Which section of the Foreign Exchange (Regulation) Act, 2019 contains provisions regarding penalties and punishments?
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Answer: Section 17
Section 17 of the Foreign Exchange (Regulation) Act, 2019 lays down the provisions concerning penalties and punishments for offenses under the act.
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15. On which date was the Financial Sector Development Strategy approved by the Government of Nepal, Council of Ministers?
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Answer: January 6, 2017 (2073 Poush 22 BS)
The Financial Sector Development Strategy was formally approved by the Council of Ministers on Poush 22, 2073 BS.
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