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Principles of lending, Working Capital Assessment and Credit Monitoring

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What is the primary principle of 'Safety' in bank lending?

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Safety means the bank must ensure that the borrower has the ability and willingness to repay the loan along with interest. The bank must assess creditworthiness before sanctioning any advance.

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What is the '5 Cs of Credit' framework used in lending decisions?

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Character, Capacity, Capital, Collateral, and Conditions.

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What does the principle of 'Liquidity' mean in the context of bank lending?

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Liquidity means the bank should lend funds that can be recovered within a reasonable time period when needed. Banks prefer self-liquidating loans, especially for working capital, where repayment comes from the business cycle itself.

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What is the principle of 'Social Responsibility' in bank lending?

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Banks must ensure credit benefits society and supports national priorities.

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What is the principle of 'Profitability' in lending decisions?

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Profitability means the interest and fee income earned from a loan must exceed the cost of funds and administrative expenses. Banks must ensure lending generates adequate return to remain viable.

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What is 'Security' as a principle of bank lending?

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Tangible or intangible assets offered as backup against loan default.

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What is 'Purpose' as a principle of sound lending?

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Purpose refers to the end-use of the loan funds, which must be productive, legal, and clearly defined. Banks should not lend for speculative or unproductive purposes.

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What is the 'Second Method of Lending' under the Tandon Committee recommendations?

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MPBF = 75% of current assets minus current liabilities other than bank borrowings.

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