Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) Act, 1992
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Legislative action — a bill, act, or amendment that creates or modifies the legal framework. Carries binding force and shapes the rules under which citizens, institutions, and markets operate.
Summary
Established SEBI as a statutory regulatory body to protect investor interests, regulate the securities market, and promote the development of the stock exchange. Key institution for India's capital market development.
Key Facts
Type Legislation
Source Historical Record (Curated)
Published Thursday, 30 January 1992
Affected Population 1.4 billion citizens, 63 million MSMEs
Key Numbers
GDP: $3.9 trillion (2025 est.)
Fiscal deficit target: 4.4% of GDP
GST collection: Rs 1.87 lakh crore/month avg
20 million central + state government employees
Key Authorities
Key Stakeholders
Government Context
NDA III BJP-led NDA
Left Centre Right