SEBI and Securities Market Regulation in India

Questions and Answers

To regulate banking transactions

To oversee the functioning of the Reserve Bank of India

To promote the development of the insurance market

To protect the interests of investors in securities (correct)

To promote the development of the real estate market

To regulate securities market intermediaries (correct)

To regulate the functioning of commercial banks

To oversee the functioning of the stock exchanges abroad

To oversee the functioning of the commodity market

To promote the development of the derivatives market

To regulate the functioning of stock exchanges abroad

To educate investors about the securities market and their rights (correct)

To take measures to curb fraudulent practices Signup and view all the answers

Sets rules and regulations for the operation of mutual funds Signup and view all the answers

To enforce corporate governance standards Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Established in 1988 and given statutory powers on April 12, 1992
Primary role: protect investors' interests in securities and promote development and regulation of securities market

Regulates stock exchanges in India to ensure fair trading practices and protect investors' interests
Regulates securities market intermediaries, including brokers, underwriters, and credit rating agencies, to ensure adherence to guidelines and standards
Conducts programs and initiatives to educate investors about the securities market and their rights
Takes measures to curb insider trading, fraudulent practices, and other market manipulations to maintain market integrity
Sets rules and regulations for the operation of mutual funds to ensure transparency and protect investors
Works to develop and streamline the capital market, making it more efficient and accessible for investors and companies