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What is the primary role of SEBI?
What is the primary role of SEBI?
- 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)
What is one of the key functions of SEBI?
What is one of the key functions of SEBI?
- 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
Why does SEBI conduct programs and initiatives?
Why does SEBI conduct programs and initiatives?
- 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)
What is one of the measures taken by SEBI to maintain market integrity?
What is one of the measures taken by SEBI to maintain market integrity?
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What does SEBI do to ensure transparency and protect investors in mutual funds?
What does SEBI do to ensure transparency and protect investors in mutual funds?
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What is another role of SEBI?
What is another role of SEBI?
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Study Notes
Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI)
- 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
Key Functions of SEBI
- 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
Corporate Governance
- Enforces corporate governance standards to ensure companies adhere to ethical practices and transparency
Importance of SEBI
- Plays a crucial role in maintaining a healthy, fair, and transparent securities market in India
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This quiz covers the role and functions of the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) in regulating the securities market in India.
