A STUDY ON THE IMPACT OF THE LEVEL OF STOCK MARKET AWARENESS AMONG RETAIL INVESTORS TOWARDS INDIAN STOCK MARKET INVESTMENT WITH SPECIAL REFERENCE TO BANGALORE CITY

Abstract

Investment plays a vital role in the economic growth and development of a country. The country would not progress without investments. Investments help to develop infrastructure, enhance manufacturing, etc., all of which result in the production of assets and jobs.  It is a human being who is always looking for such investment alternatives to give the maximum risk and returns. This study was to understand the awareness and functions of the rules and regulations of SEBI and the behavior of investors and evaluate the investment patterns, preferences, and perceptions of investors. The study investigates the extent to which investors comprehend these restrictions and how this understanding affects their choice of investments. The study evaluates the efficacy of SEBI's rules in regulating investing practices and upholding market integrity by means of a thorough investigation of investor behaviour. Furthermore, the study looks into how regulatory frameworks and investor awareness affect the capital market's overall stability and efficiency. It is anticipated that the results would shed light on how investor behaviour and regulatory oversight relate to one another, identifying opportunities for enhancement in both investor education and regulatory procedures. In the end, this research aims to further our knowledge of how laws influence investment plans and promote sustainable economic growth.