SSC CHSL 2023 PYQ — Question 38

SSC CHSL - 10 Aug 2023 - Shift 3 • General Awareness • Q38

Which state is the largest in terms of the outstanding portfolio of microfinance loans, as per the MFIN Micrometer Q4 FY21-22?

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Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct answer is option 4 i.e. Tamil Nadu.

According to the MFIN Micrometer Q4 FY21-22 report, Tamil Nadu had the largest outstanding portfolio of microfinance loans. The state's portfolio stood at ₹36,806 crore as of March 31, 2022. This was followed by Bihar with ₹35,941 crore and West Bengal with ₹34,016 crore. Uttar Pradesh and Maharashtra were also among the top five states with outstanding portfolios of ₹33,577 crore and ₹32,922 crore, respectively, during this period. The report highlights the significant concentration of microfinance loan portfolios in a few key states in India.