The document provides a history of mutual funds in India from 1964 to the present. It discusses the evolution of the industry through 5 phases: (1) 1964-1987 with only UTI operating, (2) 1987-1993 when public sector funds entered, (3) 1993-1996 emergence of private funds, (4) 1996 when SEBI regulation was introduced, and (5) 2003 onwards marked by rapid growth. It also outlines the structure of mutual funds in India including sponsors, trustees, asset management companies, and schemes. Overall, the document traces the development of India's mutual fund industry from a sole player to a growing sector with many private and public funds.