Multiple choice general knowledge

First indigionous bank of india?

  1. BANK OF RAJASTHAN

  2. PANJAB NATIONAL BANK

  3. SBI

  4. HDFC
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Explanation

Punjab National Bank (PNB), founded in 1894 in Lahore, was the first indigenous bank established in India, initiated by Indian nationals rather than British or foreign interests. State Bank of India (SBI) originated as the Imperial Bank of India. Bank of Rajasthan and HDFC are much later establishments (mid-20th century).

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