CAIIB · ABM · Chapter 1

Compliance Function in Banks

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What does RBI's 'Compliance Function in Banks' guidelines (September 2020) mandate as the organisational arrangement for the compliance function?

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An independent compliance function headed by a Chief Compliance Officer (CCO) reporting directly to the MD&CEO or the Board Audit Committee, with a minimum assured tenure of 3 years and independence from business lines.

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As per Basel Committee (2005), compliance risk arises from failure to comply with which categories of standards?

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Laws, regulations, codes of conduct, and standards of good practice (including self-regulatory codes)

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Who does the Chief Compliance Officer (CCO) report to as per RBI's 2020 compliance guidelines?

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The CCO reports directly to the MD&CEO or the Board Audit Committee, ensuring independence and direct access to senior management.

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What are the three consequences of compliance risk as defined by the Basel Committee?

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Legal or regulatory sanctions, material financial loss, and reputational loss

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What is the minimum assured tenure prescribed for the Chief Compliance Officer (CCO) under RBI's compliance guidelines?

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The CCO must have an assured tenure of at least 3 years to ensure stability and independence of the compliance function.

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In which year did RBI issue its revised guidelines on 'Compliance Function in Banks'?

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September 2020 (RBI circular dated 11 September 2020)

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Why must the compliance function be independent from business lines in banks as per RBI guidelines?

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Independence from business lines ensures that the CCO and compliance staff can objectively assess regulatory adherence without conflict of interest or commercial pressure.

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Which entity's approval is required before a CCO can be prematurely removed from office as per RBI's 2020 compliance guidelines?

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Reserve Bank of India (RBI)

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