The document discusses non-performing assets (NPAs) in the Indian banking system. It defines NPAs and outlines the different categories of assets based on their performance - standard, sub-standard, doubtful, and loss assets. Gross and net NPAs are also defined. The rise of NPAs can be attributed to both internal and external factors. Banks employ both preventive and curative strategies to manage their NPAs, such as restructuring loans, pursuing debt recovery, and using asset reconstruction companies. Tables show trends in NPAs for public sector banks, private banks, and all scheduled commercial banks from 2006-2007 to 2010-2011.