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Q218: An "advance against own deposit" includes advances granted against Rupee/FCNR(B) term deposits standing in the name of which of the following?

1. The borrower (singly or jointly)
2. One of the partners of a partnership firm (where the advance is made to said firm)
3. The proprietor of a proprietary concern (where the advance is made to such concern)
4. A ward whose guardian is competent to borrow (where the advance is made to the guardian)
A
1 and 3 only
B
1, 2 and 4 only
C
2 and 3 only
D
All of the above
✅ Correct Answer: D
The definition of "Advance against own deposit" covers deposits standing in the name of the borrower, one of the partners of a firm (if advance is to the firm), the proprietor of a concern (if advance is to the concern), or a ward whose guardian is competent to borrow (if advance is to the guardian).