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What is the guaranteed minimum return under the National Pension System (NPS)?

Practice question from NISM Series XB- Investment Adviser (Level 1) Mock Test 3 — bank. The correct answer is highlighted below with a full explanation.

Options

  1. A

    7.5%

  2. B

    8.25%

  3. C

    As per current PF rates

  4. Returns are not guaranteed

    Correct answer

Why this is the answer

The NPS is a defined contribution pension scheme where the future pension amount is not guaranteed; returns depend on market performance and fund management.

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