Question

The BSE Sensitive Index of Equity Share Prices (Popularly known as Sensex) was launched in the year:

• A. 1966
• B. 1976
• C. 1986
• D. 1996

Hint:

Logic Tip: Sensex is India's oldest stock market index introduced by BSE in 1986.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is C

Step 1:
Sensex is the benchmark stock market index of the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE).

Step 2:
Sensex stands for: \[ \text{Sensitive Index} \] It reflects the performance of selected major companies listed on BSE.

Step 3:
The BSE Sensex was launched in: \[ 1986 \]

Step 4:
Therefore, the correct answer is: \[ \boxed{\text{(3) 1986}} \]