This document discusses the history and types of banking in India. It notes that 76% of Indians are not financially literate according to an S&P survey. It then provides information on the key laws governing banking in India - the Reserve Bank of India Act of 1934 and the Banking Regulation Act of 1949. It discusses the origins of banking dating back to 2000 BC in ancient Assyria and Babylonia. It also outlines the various types of banks in India including central banks, commercial banks, cooperative banks, development banks, and investment/merchant banks. For each type of bank, it provides details on their roles and functions. In conclusion, it emphasizes how technology and e-banking have revolutionized the Indian