1. The Indian banking sector has undergone significant changes since the late 18th century with the establishment of the earliest banks and continues to transform.
2. It is dominated by public sector banks but also includes private sector banks and foreign banks. The Reserve Bank of India acts as the central bank and regulates the entire banking system.
3. Major players in the public sector include SBI, PNB and BOB while major private sector players are ICICI and HDFC Bank. Competition is intense in the industry with constant innovation in products and services to attract customers.