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How many broad categories make up the priority sector?

AEight
BSeven
CThree
DNine
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: A. Eight
1. The list runs agriculture, MSME, export credit and education. 2. It continues with housing, social infrastructure and renewable energy. 3. A residual others category closes it, making eight. _Source: RBI Master Directions, Priority Sector Lending (Targets and Classification) Directions, 2025_
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