SEBI Objectives:
(i) Stock Exchange Oversight:
- SEBI's goal is to regulate stock exchanges and the securities market to ensure efficient operation.
(ii) Investor Safeguarding and Education:
- SEBI strives to protect investor rights and interests, especially those of retail investors, through guidance and education on securities trading.
(iii) Malpractice Prevention:
- SEBI is tasked with preventing unethical and fraudulent activities, including insider trading, price manipulation, and unfair trade practices.
(iv) Intermediary Governance:
- SEBI establishes codes of conduct and fair practices for intermediaries such as brokers, merchant bankers, and investment advisors, promoting professionalism and competition.