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2020

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Name the bank which has launched a “Green Deposit Programme” exclusively for corporate clients to finance green initiatives and environment friendly projects?
A
Yes Bank
B
Axis Bank
C
HSBC India
D
ICICI Bank
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Detailed Solution. The correct answer is DBS Bank India. DBS Bank India has announced the launch of its Green Deposit Programme for corporate clients providing a simple way for companies to support environmentally friendly projects or avenues.

Detailed explanation-2: -DBS Bank is one of the few banks globally to integrate Sustainable Development Goals by offering lending & trade credit solutions to sustainable and environmentally-friendly green sectors and now offering a Green Deposit product.

Detailed explanation-3: -DBS Bank India Limited is the first among the large foreign banks in India to start operating as a wholly-owned, locally incorporated subsidiary of a leading global bank.

Detailed explanation-4: -HSBC, in line with its global offerings, has launched a green deposit programme in India for its corporate clients, thus offering them an avenue to support eco-friendly projects.

Detailed explanation-5: -Green banking refers to the promotion of environmentally friendly practices and the reduction of the bank’s carbon footprint. It’s similar to a traditional bank because it examines all social, environmental, and ecological concerns with the goal of protection and conservation of natural resources and the environment.

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