This document discusses the origins, objectives, and functions of SEBI (Securities and Exchange Board of India). SEBI was established in 1988 as a statutory body by the Government of India to regulate and promote the securities market. It was established due to various malpractices in the stock market during the 1980s that damaged investor confidence. SEBI's primary objectives are to protect investors and ensure fair practices in the securities market. Its key functions include regulating stock exchanges and market intermediaries, promoting investor education, and prohibiting unfair trade practices.

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2. ORIGIN :
In 1988 the securities and exchange board of india was
established by government of india through an executive
resolution and was subsequently upgraded as a fully
autonomous body (a statutory body) in the year 1992.
Govt. passed of securities and exchange board of india act
(SEBI act) on 30th janury 1992

3. SEBI head quarters in popular business district of Bandra-kurla complex in
Mumbai

4. NEED FOR ESTABLISHMENT :
The capital market had witnessed a tremendous growth during the 1980’s
characterized by the increasingb participation of the public.
This ever expanding investor population and market capitalization led to a variety of
malpractices on the part of companies, brokers, merchant bankers, investment
consultants and others involved in the securities market.
The glaring examples of these malpractices include existence of self styled merchant
bankers, unofficial private placements, rigging of prices, unofficial premium on new
issues, non adherence of provisions of The Companies Act , violation of rules and
regulations of stock exchanges and listing requirements, delay in delivering shares
etc.
These malpractices and unfair trade practices have damaged investor confidence and
multiplied investor grievances.

5. OBJECTIVES OF SEBI :
The primary objective of SEBI is to promote healthy and orderly growth of the
securities market and secure investor protection.
To protect the interest of investors, so that , there is a steady flow of savings into
to the capital market.
To regulate the securities market and ensure fair practices.
To promote efficient services by brokers , merchant bankers and financial
intermediaries, so that, they become competitive and professional.

6. FUNCTIONS OF SEBI :
1. Regulatory functions :
Regulation of stock exchanges and self regulatory organizations.
Registration and regulation of stock brokers , sub-brokers , registrars of all issues,
merchant bankers, underwriters, portfolio managers..etc
Registration and regulation of the working of collective investment schemes including
mutual funds.
Prohibition of fraudulent and unfair trade practices ,insider trading.
Regulating substantial acquisition of shares and takeovers of the company.

7. 2. Development functions :
Promoting investors education.
Training of intermediaries.
Conducting research and publishing information useful to all market
participants.
Promoting of fair practices.
Promotion of self regulatory organisations.

8. SEBI REGULATES :
SEBI
regulates
Primary
Market
Secondary
Market
Mutual
Funds
Foreign
Institutional
Investment

9. FII’S GUIDELINE BY SEBI :
According to the 1995 regulations, FIIs should hold certificate granted by
SEBI to trade in Indian stock market.
To grant the certificate the applicant should –
1. Have track record, professional & competence record, financial
soundness, general reputation of fairness and integrity.
2. Regulated by an appropriate foreign regulatory authority.
3. Permission under the provisions of FEM A Act 1999.)
Valid up to 5 yrs.

10. POWERS OF SEBI :
Power to call periodical returns from recognized stock exchanges .
Power to compel listing of securities by public companies.
Power to levy fees or other changes for carrying out the purposes of
regulation.
Power to call information or explanation from recognized stock exchanges
or their members.
Power to grant approval to bye-laws of recognized stock exchanges.
Power to control and regulate stock exchanges.

11. BANKING REGULATIONS :
Legal Framework
 RBI Act, 1934
 BR Act, 1949
 State Bank of India (SBI) Act, 1955, SBI (Subsidiary Banks) Act, 1959
and Banking Companies (Acquisition and Transfer of Undertakings) Act
1970/1980.

12. NEED OF BANKING REGULATIONS :
To protect interests of depositors of banks.
To ensure orderly development and conduct of banking operations.
To ensure liquidity and solvency of banks.
To secure and ensure compliance with various provisions, directions,
policies etc.
To prevent any systemic crisis through preventive and corrective
measures.

13. SALIENT FEATURES OF REGULATIONS :
• Licensing of Banks
• Opening of New Private Sector and Foreign Banks
• Minimum paid-up capital and reserves
• Cash Reserve and Liquidity Reserve Requirement
• Priority Sector Advances
• Interest Rates
• Connected Lendings
• Sensible Norms – Capital Adequacy, IRAC norms, Classification and
Valuation of Investments, Disclosure Standards, Exposure norms, etc.

14. BENEFITS GAINED FROM REGULATION :
 Regulated approach to financial sector reforms
 Limited exposure of banking system to synthetic and complex
structured products
 Maintenance of adequate capital and liquidity
 Containment of Exposure to sensitive sector
 Disallowance on upfront booking of profit on securitization
process

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