The minimum capital adequacy ratio (CAR) prescribed under Basel III for Indian banks is:

Q. The minimum capital adequacy ratio (CAR) prescribed under Basel III for Indian banks is:
Answer: 10.5%
Notes: As per RBI guidelines implementing Basel III, Indian banks are required to maintain a minimum CAR of 10.5%, which includes a capital conservation buffer.

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