Following are the objectives of SEBI:
- Regulates the functions of the stock exchange- SEBI regulates the functions of the stock exchange and securities market in order to ensure orderly functioning.
- Protects the rights of the investors- SEBI protects the rights and interests of the investors as well as guide and educate them.
- Prevention- SEBI prevent trading malpractices and achieve a balance between self regulation by the securities industry and its statutory regulation.
- Code of conduct- SEBI provides a code of conduct for the trade practices of various intermediaries such as brokers and merchant bankers with a view to make them competitive and professional.
NSE was set up with the following objectives :
- Establishing a nationwide trading facility for all types of securities.
- Ensuring equal access to investors all over the country through an appropriate communication network.
- Providing a fair, efficient and transparent securities market using electronic trading system.
- Enabling shorter settlement cycles and book entry settlements.
- Meeting international benchmarks and standards.
