| Category | Key Details |
|---|---|
| Event | Ministry of Finance introduces a common logo for Regional Rural Banks (RRBs) to unify branding post-'One State One RRB' consolidation. |
| Objective | Strengthen identity, visibility, and trust in RRBs; enhance financial inclusion and rural development. |
| Logo Significance | - Dark Blue: Finance, stability, trust.- Green: Growth, prosperity, rural livelihoods. |
| Consolidation (2025) | - 26 RRBs merged across 11 states/UTs.- Now 28 RRBs operate nationwide. |
| RRB Background | - Established under RRB Act, 1976 (Narasimham Committee).- First RRB: Prathama Grameen Bank (1975).- Hybrid model: Combines cooperative banks' local focus with commercial banks' professionalism. |
| Current Reach | - 22,000+ branches in 700+ districts.- Focus: Serving farmers, laborers, artisans, and underserved regions. |
| Expected Outcomes | - Improved customer confidence.- Better awareness of banking services.- Efficient delivery of welfare schemes. |
| Key Question Answer | C. Dark Blue (represents finance, stability, and trust in the logo). |

