Foreign Institutional Investment (FII)

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What is Foreign Institutional Investment (FII)?

  1. Investment made by domestic companies in foreign countries

  2. Investment made by foreign companies in domestic countries

  3. Investment made by domestic individuals in foreign countries

  4. Investment made by foreign individuals in domestic countries


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

FII refers to investments made by foreign companies, institutions, and individuals in the securities of a country other than their own.

Which regulatory body in India governs and regulates FII?

  1. Reserve Bank of India (RBI)

  2. Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI)

  3. Foreign Investment Promotion Board (FIPB)

  4. National Stock Exchange of India (NSE)


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

SEBI is the primary regulator of the securities market in India and is responsible for regulating FII in the country.

What are the different types of FII instruments?

  1. Equity shares

  2. Debt instruments

  3. Mutual funds

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

FII instruments include equity shares, debt instruments, mutual funds, and other financial instruments.

What is the significance of FII in India's economic growth?

  1. It provides a source of foreign exchange

  2. It helps in the development of the capital market

  3. It promotes economic growth and development

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

FII plays a crucial role in India's economic growth by providing a source of foreign exchange, aiding in the development of the capital market, and promoting overall economic growth and development.

Which sector in India attracts the highest FII?

  1. Information Technology (IT)

  2. Banking and Financial Services

  3. Manufacturing

  4. Energy


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Information Technology (IT) sector in India is the largest recipient of FII, followed by Banking and Financial Services.

What are the factors that influence FII flows in India?

  1. Economic growth prospects

  2. Political stability

  3. Interest rates

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

FII flows in India are influenced by various factors such as economic growth prospects, political stability, interest rates, and other macroeconomic factors.

How does FII impact the Indian stock market?

  1. It increases liquidity and market depth

  2. It can lead to volatility and price fluctuations

  3. It helps in the discovery of fair prices

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

FII can have a significant impact on the Indian stock market, including increasing liquidity and market depth, leading to volatility and price fluctuations, and aiding in the discovery of fair prices.

What is the impact of FII on the Indian currency?

  1. It can lead to appreciation of the rupee

  2. It can lead to depreciation of the rupee

  3. It depends on the overall economic conditions

  4. None of the above


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The impact of FII on the Indian currency depends on various economic factors and conditions, and it can lead to either appreciation or depreciation of the rupee.

Which country is the largest source of FII in India?

  1. United States

  2. United Kingdom

  3. Mauritius

  4. Singapore


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Mauritius is the largest source of FII in India, followed by the United States and the United Kingdom.

What are the risks associated with FII?

  1. Sudden withdrawal of funds

  2. Volatility in the stock market

  3. Impact on the exchange rate

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

FII can pose risks such as sudden withdrawal of funds, volatility in the stock market, and impact on the exchange rate.

How does the Indian government regulate FII?

  1. Through SEBI regulations

  2. Through RBI regulations

  3. Through FIPB regulations

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Indian government regulates FII through SEBI regulations, RBI regulations, and FIPB regulations.

What is the role of FII in the development of the Indian economy?

  1. It provides long-term capital

  2. It helps in the transfer of technology

  3. It promotes economic growth

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

FII plays a significant role in the development of the Indian economy by providing long-term capital, facilitating the transfer of technology, and promoting overall economic growth.

What are the challenges faced by FII in India?

  1. Complex regulatory framework

  2. Lack of transparency and predictability

  3. Political and economic uncertainty

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

FII in India faces challenges such as a complex regulatory framework, lack of transparency and predictability, and political and economic uncertainty.

What are the recent trends in FII in India?

  1. Increasing inflows

  2. Decreasing inflows

  3. Volatile inflows

  4. None of the above


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

FII inflows in India have been volatile in recent years, influenced by various economic and political factors.

What is the future outlook for FII in India?

  1. Positive outlook

  2. Negative outlook

  3. Uncertain outlook

  4. None of the above


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The future outlook for FII in India is uncertain, as it depends on various economic and political factors that can impact investment decisions.

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