Investment Management and Portfolio Management Antim Prahar 2026

1 The structure, functioning, and limitations of the Indian Stock Exchange

•Structure of the Indian Stock Exchange

•Regulatory Authority (SEBI) SEBI regulates and supervises the stock market to protect investors and ensure fair and transparent trading practices.

•Stock Exchanges (BSE and NSE) BSE and NSE provide an organized electronic platform where securities like shares and bonds are traded.

•Market Participants Participants include investors, brokers, listed companies, depositories, and custodians who together enable market operations.

•Depositories (NSDL and CDSL) Depositories hold securities in electronic form and facilitate safe transfer of shares.

•Clearing and Settlement System Clearing corporations confirm trades and ensure timely transfer of funds and securities.