Question

SEBI primarily aims at protecting the interests of:

• A. Producers
• B. Investors
• C. Wholesalers
• D. Government employees

Hint:

Remember: \[ SEBI \Rightarrow \text{Protect Investors + Regulate Securities Market} \]

Answer 1

The Correct Option is B

Concept:
SEBI stands for: \[ \text{Securities and Exchange Board of India} \] It was established to regulate the securities market and protect investors from unfair trade practices.

Step 1: Understanding the objectives of SEBI.
Major objectives include:
• Protecting investors
• Regulating stock exchanges
• Preventing fraudulent practices
• Promoting fair trading

Step 2: Role of SEBI in financial markets.
SEBI ensures:
• Transparency in trading
• Fair disclosure of information
• Prevention of insider trading
• Investor education This builds confidence in financial markets.

Step 3: Analyzing options.

• Producers are not SEBI's primary concern.
• Investors are directly protected by SEBI.
• Wholesalers are unrelated to SEBI regulation.
• Government employees are not the focus. Hence: \[ \boxed{\text{Investors}} \]