SEBI was set up in 1988 and given statutory powers in 1992. It writes the rules for listing, trading, disclosures and investor protection, and registers brokers, mutual funds, research analysts and investment advisers. Before taking investment advice, check that the adviser is SEBI-registered.
Finance glossary
What is SEBI?
The Securities and Exchange Board of India, the regulator of stock markets, mutual funds and investment advisers.
