Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) Act, 1992
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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
TypeAct
SourceHistorical Record (Curated)
PublishedThursday, 30 January 1992
Affected Population1.4 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 IIIBJP-led NDA
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