National Savings (Monthly Income Account) Scheme 2019

11.What is the interest treatment for unclaimed monthly interest?

A. Carries compound interest
B. Carries simple interest
C. No additional interest is paid
D. Penal interest is charged

The correct answer is: C

12.Can a minor open an account in their own name under this scheme?

A. Yes, if aged 10 or more
B. Yes, regardless of age
C. No
D. Only through guardian

The correct answer is: A

13.A guardian can open an account on behalf of:

A. Minor
B. Person of unsound mind
C. Both A and B
D. Neither A nor B

The correct answer is: C

14.What is the deduction if the account is closed after 1 year but before 3 years?

A. 1% of deposit
B. 2% of deposit
C. 3% of deposit
D. No deduction

The correct answer is: B

15.If the account is closed after 3 years but before 5 years, the deduction is:

A. 1%
B. 2%
C. 3%
D. Nil

The correct answer is: A

16.What is the maturity period of the Monthly Income Account Scheme?

A. 3 years
B. 5 years
C. 7 years
D. 10 years

The correct answer is: B

17.What happens to the account on death of depositor before maturity?

A. Continues till maturity
B. Interest stopped
C. Account closed and refund with interest
D. Transferred to nominee without interest

The correct answer is: C

18.Can multiple accounts be opened under this scheme?

A. No
B. Yes, subject to deposit ceiling
C. Yes, without restriction
D. Only one account allowed per family

The correct answer is: B

19.What is the unit value in which deposits must be made?

A. ₹500
B. ₹100
C. ₹1,000
D. ₹5,000

The correct answer is: C

20.For a joint account of 3 adults, each depositor’s share is considered as:

A. ¼ of deposit
B. â…“ of deposit
C. ½ of deposit
D. Full deposit

The correct answer is: B
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