Which of the following is NOT a type of bank in the Indian banking system? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Which of the following is NOT a type of bank in the Indian banking system?
A. Regional Rural Banks
B. Shadow banks as scheduled commercial banks
C. Cooperative banks
D. Commercial banks
Answer: Option B
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Shadow banks (NBFCs engaged in credit intermediation) are not scheduled commercial banks. The formal banking system includes commercial banks, cooperative banks and RRBs.

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