Gold has historically provided strong returns over the long term and acts as a hedge against inflation. It has outperformed inflation in India 8 out of the last 10 years. Indian households have a large appetite for gold, holding the largest stock of gold in the world. Investing in gold through vehicles like gold ETFs and gold funds provides investors with a convenient and cost-effective way to gain exposure to gold without having to directly purchase and store physical gold. The IDBI Gold Fund seeks to generate returns by investing in the IDBI Gold ETF, allowing investors to invest in gold at a low cost with fractional ownership and no requirement for a demat account.