Which one of the following is false with respect to interest rate structure in the Indian money market?

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  1. A very tight liquidity position will increase the call rates while excess liquidity will give fairly low and stable rates.
  2. If the liquidity crunch of the banks is passed on to the system, it may lead to high volatility in the call rates.
  3. Call rates under normal liquidity conditions are the cap rate for the term money market.
  4. In a volatile call market situation, lending will yield high return and by selling Inter-bank participation, the bank will have more money to play in the call market.

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Option 3 : Call rates under normal liquidity conditions are the cap rate for the term money market.
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The correct answer is Call rates under normal liquidity conditions are the cap rate for the term money market.

Key PointsThe money market is a market for short-term financial assets which can be turned over quickly at low cost. It provides an avenue for equilibrating the short-term surplus funds of lenders and the requirements of borrowers.

Additional InformationDistinction between Money Market and Capital Market

Basis Money Market Capital Market
Maturity of Instruments 1 year or less More than 1 year
Risks Less More and varied
Instruments Treasury bills, CDs, etc Shares, bonds, etc
Finance Short term Long term
Relation with Central Bank Direct  Indirect
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