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Q26: Regarding the enhanced compensation limits in the RB-IOS, 2026, consider the following statements:

The maximum compensation for any actual loss suffered by the complainant is capped at Rupees 30 Lakh.




The maximum compensation specifically for mental agony and harassment is capped at Rupees 3 Lakh.




Which of the statements above is or are correct?
A
Only Statement 1 is correct
B
Only Statement 2 is correct
C
Both Statement 1 and 2 are correct
D
Neither Statement 1 nor 2 is correct
✅ Correct Answer: C
Both statements are correct.
The 2026 Scheme introduced a significant hike in compensation limits to account for inflation and higher-value digital frauds.
The Limit for Actual Loss increased from Rupees 20 Lakh (in 2021) to Rupees 30 Lakh.
The Limit for Mental Agony increased from Rupees 1 Lakh (in 2021) to Rupees 3 Lakh.
This structure applies to all covered entities, including banks and NBFCs.