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SSC CHSL 2023 PYQ — Question 28

SSC CHSL - 02 Aug 2023 - Shift 1 • General Awareness • Q28

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Women SHG member appointed as a banking agent is called__________

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Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer is option 3 i.e. Bank Sakhi.

  • A woman Self-Help Group (SHG) member who is appointed as a banking agent is often referred to as a "Bank Sakhi."
  • This term is commonly used in India to denote women who acts as intermediaries between banks and rural communities, particularly in areas where banking services are not easily accessible.
  • Bank Sakhis play a crucial role in facilitating financial transactions, providing banking services, and promoting financial inclusion among underserved population, especially in rural areas.