Articles | Open Access | DOI: https://doi.org/10.55640/ijefms-9139

BANKING ON PROGRESS: A COMPREHENSIVE ANALYSIS OF PRIORITY SECTOR CREDIT IN INDIA'S SCHEDULED COMMERCIAL BANKS

Jaydeep Ghosh , Department of Commerce, M.D. University, Rohtak, Haryana, India

Abstract

This study presents a meticulous examination of priority sector credit allocation by scheduled commercial banks in India, offering a comprehensive analysis of trends, challenges, and opportunities. Drawing upon extensive data and rigorous research, we explore the evolving landscape of priority sector lending and its implications for financial inclusion and economic development. The findings provide valuable insights for policymakers, financial institutions, and stakeholders committed to fostering inclusive growth in India's banking sector.

Keywords

Priority Sector Credit, Scheduled Commercial Banks, Financial Inclusion

References

World Bank and NCAER (2003) “scaling up Access to finance for India’s Rural poor”, Report No. 30740-IN, World Bank, Washington DC 2004.

Vishwanatha et al. (2008) “Agriculture Credit in the post WTO Period” Agriculture Situation in India (January).

Sharma, A.K (2009) “Agriculture Credit: Organization, Problem and Challenges in India” Asian Economic Review. Vol 51. No. 2. August.

Report on Trend and Progress of Banking in India 2008-09.

Reddy, T. Khoti (2009) “Indian Agriculture: An Overview” Journal of Rural Development, Vol.28, No. (3) NIRD Hydrabad.

RBI (2004) “Report of the Advisory Committee on Flow of Credit to Agriculture and Related Activities from the Banking System (Chairman: Prof.Vays).

Parshad, Shaker Chander (2009) “Agriculture and Rural Development in India since 1947” By New Century Publications New Delhi.

P, Satish (2007) “Agriculture Credit in the Post-Reform Era: A Target of Systematic Policy Coarctation”. EPW (June-30).

Mohan, R. (2006) “Agriculture Credit in India: status, issue and future agenda. EPW March 18.

Article Statistics

Downloads

Download data is not yet available.

Copyright License

Download Citations

How to Cite

Jaydeep Ghosh. (2020). BANKING ON PROGRESS: A COMPREHENSIVE ANALYSIS OF PRIORITY SECTOR CREDIT IN INDIA’S SCHEDULED COMMERCIAL BANKS. International Journal of Economics Finance & Management Science, 5(01), 01–06. https://doi.org/10.55640/ijefms-9139