What is the purpose of the Repo Rate?

Practice Questions

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What is the purpose of the Repo Rate?
  1. To control inflation
  2. To provide liquidity to banks
  3. To regulate foreign exchange rates
  4. To set the interest rates for savings accounts

Questions & Step-by-Step Solutions

What is the purpose of the Repo Rate?
  • Step 1: Understand that the Repo Rate is a tool used by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI).
  • Step 2: Know that 'Repo' stands for 'Repurchase Agreement'.
  • Step 3: Realize that the Repo Rate is the interest rate at which banks can borrow money from the RBI.
  • Step 4: Recognize that banks may need to borrow money when they do not have enough cash to meet their needs.
  • Step 5: Understand that by borrowing at the Repo Rate, banks can get the money they need quickly.
  • Step 6: Remember that this helps banks maintain liquidity, which means they have enough cash to operate smoothly.
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