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Banking

ICSE · Class 9 · Commercial Studies

Quick revision notes for Banking — ICSE Class 9 Commercial Studies. Key concepts, formulas, and definitions for last-minute revision.

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Meaning of Bank and Banking

  • A bank collects money from the public in the form of deposits and lends the same to borrowers.
  • Banks are dealers in money and credit.
  • Banks provide facilities for safe keeping, lending, and transfer of money.
2

Types of Banks

  • Banks are of several types: central bank, commercial banks, industrial banks, merchant banks, exchange banks, agricultural banks, cooperative banks, post office savings banks, and indigenous banks.
  • The Reserve Bank of India is the central bank of India.
  • Every country has only one central bank, but several commercial banks.
3

Functions of Commercial Banks

  • Accepting deposits is the main function of a commercial bank.
  • Commercial banks lend money through loans and advances, cash credit, overdraft, and discounting of bills.
  • Commercial banks also perform agency functions and general utility services.
4

Types of Bank Accounts

  • The main types of bank accounts are current account, savings account, recurring deposit account, and fixed deposit account.
  • A current account is generally opened by businessmen.
  • A current account can generally be opened by depositing Rs 5000 and requires introduction by an old customer.

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A bank collects money fromBanks buy money by accepting depositsThe Reserve Bank of IndiaCommercial banks are joint stock banksCommercial banks are classified as scheduled

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Understand the core concepts first, then work through the 67 practice questions available for this chapter. Revise formulas and definitions regularly, and use flashcards for quick recall before the exam.

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