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Which of the following statements about Real-World Assets (RWA) Tokenization are correct ?

  1. Tokenization is the process of turning real world assets into digital tokens using blockchain technology.
  2. Tokenization of real world assets offers 24 × 7 access, promoting financial inclusion.
  3. Tokenization of real world assets will allow the access to high growth investment opportunities for individuals in India.

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(a) 1, 2 and 3
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 2 only
(d) 1 and 3 only
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Answer: (a) 1, 2 and 3

A bond whose proceeds are used only to finance or refinance a combination of both environmental and social projects is called :

(a) Green Bond
(b) Social Bond
(c) Sustainability Bond
(d) Sovereign Bond
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Answer: (c) Sustainability Bond

Which of the following statements about Crowdfunding is/are correct ?

  1. Crowdfunding is solicitation of funds (small amount) from multiple investors through a web-based platform or social networking site for a specific project.
  2. Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) are able to raise funds at lower cost of capital without undergoing rigorous procedures.

Select the answer using the code given below :

(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2
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Answer: (c) Both 1 and 2