Ch.4 ยท Legal and Regulatory Framework

AMFI Code of Conduct

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Under SEBI (Mutual Funds) Regulations, 1996, within how many working days must a mutual fund dispatch redemption proceeds to investors?

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SEBI (Mutual Funds) Regulations, 1996 prescribe that redemption proceeds must be dispatched to investors within 10 working days from the date of redemption request. Failure attracts interest penalty payable to the investor.

What is the Key Information Memorandum (KIM) in the context of mutual funds?

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EXPLANATION

The KIM is a condensed, investor-friendly summary of key scheme features โ€” including investment objective, asset allocation, load structure, NAV, benchmark, fund manager, and risk factors. It must accompany every application form and is free to investors.

What is the significance of the EUIN being quoted on a transaction form?

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EXPLANATION

EUIN (Employee Unique Identification Number) on a transaction form identifies the specific relationship manager or employee who interacted with and advised the investor. This creates individual accountability and enables AMFI/SEBI to trace mis-selling to a specific person.

Which of the following entities does NOT need an AMFI registration to sell mutual funds?

A.Individual financial advisors
B.Banks acting as distributors
C.Investors buying through the Direct Plan
D.NBFC-based distributors

As per SEBI regulations, can a mutual fund distributor also be a Registered Investment Adviser (RIA)?

A.Yes, without any restrictions
B.No, a person cannot be both a distributor and RIA simultaneously
C.Yes, but only for equity schemes
D.Yes, if they have been in the industry for more than 10 years

For how many years is an ARN valid before it must be renewed?

A.1 year
B.2 years
C.3 years
D.5 years

What is the concept of 'Beneficial Ownership' under PMLA as applicable to mutual fund investors?

A.The investor who receives the highest dividend
B.The natural person who ultimately owns or controls the investment
C.The nominee of the investor
D.The joint holder in a mutual fund account

Can a distributor with an expired ARN continue to earn trail commission on existing AUM?

A.Yes, trail commission continues unaffected
B.No, all commissions are suspended until ARN is renewed
C.Yes, but only for 3 months after expiry
D.No, the AUM is transferred to the direct plan immediately

Within how many days after the NFO closes must an open-ended scheme reopen for ongoing purchases and redemptions?

A.5 business days
B.15 business days
C.30 business days
D.45 business days

Which of the following is a function of AMFI?

A.Approving new mutual fund schemes
B.Setting NAV of mutual fund schemes
C.Registering and regulating mutual fund distributors
D.Penalising AMCs for regulatory violations

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