Multiple choice general knowledge

Which was the first Indian bank to open an international branch and where?

  1. State Bank of India in New York

  2. Bank of India in London

  3. Canara Bank in Paris

  4. None of the above

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

Bank of India became the first Indian bank to open an international branch when it established its London branch in 1946. This was a significant milestone in Indian banking history, marking the expansion of Indian banking beyond national borders. The London branch was opened just before India's independence.