Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI)

The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) is India’s statutory regulator for the securities and capital markets, established under the SEBI Act, 1992 to protect investors, promote market development, and regulate exchanges, brokers, and intermediaries. It was first formed in 1988 and given statutory powers in 1992. SEBI’s core roles include ensuring fair trading, transparency, and investor protection in markets such as stocks, bonds, and mutual funds, while also fostering market growth and stability.