Market Volatility and SC?s concerns

Market Volatility and SC’s concerns

News: The SC asked the SEBI and the government about the existing regulatory framework in place to protect Indian middle-class investors.

Background:
 It comes after the Adani Group was accused of stock manipulation and accounting fraud by the American firm Hindenburg Research. Earlier, a number of small investors lost lakhs of crores due to rapid market volatility following a collapse in the value of the shares of the Adani Group.

What are investor protection measures taken by SEBI?
 Investor Education and Protection Fund (IEPF)
 Investor Protection Fund (IPF)
 Investor Awareness Programme
 Simplification of Share Transfer and Allotment Procedure