CAIIB · ABM

COMPLIANCE GOVERNANCE STRUCTURE

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What is the primary role of the Chief Compliance Officer (CCO) in a bank?

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The CCO is responsible for overseeing the bank's compliance function, ensuring adherence to regulatory requirements, and reporting compliance issues directly to the Board or senior management.

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What is the primary objective of compliance governance in a bank?

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To ensure adherence to laws, regulations, and internal policies.

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Which RBI guideline mandates the appointment of a Chief Compliance Officer in banks?

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RBI's Guidelines on Compliance Function in Banks (2007, revised 2020) mandate that all scheduled commercial banks appoint a CCO with adequate seniority and independence to head the compliance function.

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Who is responsible for overseeing the compliance function at the Board level?

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The Audit Committee of the Board oversees compliance at Board level.

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What is the minimum rank/grade prescribed by RBI for the Chief Compliance Officer in a bank?

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RBI requires the CCO to be at least of the rank of General Manager or equivalent, ensuring sufficient seniority to interact with the Board and senior management independently.

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What is the second line of defence in the three-lines-of-defence compliance model?

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The compliance and risk management function forms the second line.

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What does the three-lines-of-defence model mean in the context of compliance governance?

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The first line is business units managing their own compliance risks; the second line is the compliance and risk function providing oversight; and the third line is internal audit providing independent assurance.

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What is the first line of defence in banks' compliance governance?

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Business units and operational staff form the first line of defence.

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