CAPITAL MARKETS AND STOCK EXCHANGES
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What is a capital market?
A capital market is a financial market where long-term debt or equity-backed securities are bought and sold, channelling savings into productive investments with maturities exceeding one year.
What is the full form of SEBI?
Securities and Exchange Board of India
What is the primary market in the context of capital markets?
The primary market is where new securities are issued and sold for the first time by companies or governments directly to investors, enabling capital formation.
In which year was SEBI established as a statutory body?
SEBI was established as a statutory body in 1992
What is the secondary market?
The secondary market is where previously issued securities are traded among investors without the issuing company being involved, providing liquidity to security holders.
What is the full form of NSDL?
National Securities Depository Limited
Which regulatory body governs the capital markets in India?
The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI), established under the SEBI Act 1992, is the apex regulatory authority for the Indian capital market.
What is the full form of CDSL?
Central Depository Services Limited
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