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Question
State whether the statement is true or false:
SEBI protects the interest of investors in securities market.
Options
True
False
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Solution
True
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Which of the following is the development function of SEBI?
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Reason (R): A rise in call money rates makes other sources of finance such as commercial paper and certificates of deposit cheaper in comparison as banks raise funds from these sources.
______ debt-equity ratio is preferred by the commercial banker over the years as it indicates financial strength of a unit.
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Mr. A. Bose is running a successful business. Mr. Bose is the owner of R. K. Cement Ltd. Mr. Bose decided to expand his business by acquiring a Steel Factory. This required an investment of~ 60 crores. To seek advice in this matter, he called his financial advisor Mr. T. Ghosh who advised him about the judicious mix of equity (40%) and Debt (60%). Employ more of cheaper debt may enhance the EPS. Mr. Ghosh also suggested him to take loan from a financial institution as the cost of raising funds from financial institutions is low. Though this will increase the financial risk but will also raise the return to equity shareholders. He also apprised him that issue of debt will not dilute the control of equity shareholders. At the same time, the interest on loan is a tax-deductible expense for computation of tax liability. After due deliberations with Mr. Ghosh, Mr. Bose decided to raise funds from a financial institution.
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Why is SEBI called the watchdog of the Indian securities market?
To whom does SEBI provide training as a developmental function?
Which entities does SEBI register and regulate?
Which conduct does SEBI prohibit as part of its regulatory functions?
Between whom do stock brokers act as intermediaries?
In what form do depositories maintain investors' securities?
What do credit rating agencies monitor, and what do they promote among borrowers?
Which are other types of mutual fund schemes?
What role do mutual funds play under SEBI's regulation?
