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V-A NISM Series V-A
Medium

What is the role of the custodian?

Practice question from NISM Series V A - Mock Test 4 — bank. The correct answer is highlighted below with a full explanation.

Options

  1. A

    To issue account statements to the MF unit holders

  2. To keep the safe custody of the securities of the mutual fund scheme

    Correct answer

  3. C

    To issue statement of funds holding to investors

  4. D

    To execute the buy and sell orders in the stock market

Why this is the answer

The custodian safeguards the assets of the fund, including accepting and delivering securities during transactions. It is responsible for settling all transactions on behalf of the mutual fund.

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