Question

_________ is the oldest Stock Exchange in the world.

• A. National Stock Exchange
• B. London Stock Exchange
• C. Amsterdam Stock Exchange
• D. Bombay Stock Exchange

Hint:

Remember: First stock exchange (1602) → Amsterdam.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is C

Concept: Stock exchanges are organized markets where securities are bought and sold.
Step 1: Historical background.
The Amsterdam Stock Exchange, established in 1602 by the Dutch East India Company, is considered the world's first and oldest stock exchange.
Step 2: Evaluate options.

• National Stock Exchange $\rightarrow$ Established in 1992 (incorrect)
• London Stock Exchange $\rightarrow$ Established later (incorrect)
• Amsterdam Stock Exchange $\rightarrow$ Oldest (correct)
• Bombay Stock Exchange $\rightarrow$ Oldest in Asia, not world (incorrect)

Step 3: Conclusion.
Thus, the Amsterdam Stock Exchange is the oldest stock exchange in the world.