Curriculum 2026–27
Practice
India ClusterĀ· Domain Code BIZ

Business, Corporate Governance & Startups — SEBI, PSUs & Unicorn Economy

India's corporate and enterprise ecosystem is governed by modern legislative frameworks designed to balance entrepreneurial dynamism, investor protection, and statutory compliance. The primary statute governing corporate entities is the Companies Act, 2013, which introduced landmark mandates for Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR), independent directors, and class-action suits, administered by the Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA). Capital markets and listed securities are regulated by the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI), established under the SEBI Act, 1992. Public sector enterprises operate under graded autonomy tiers, including Maharatna, Navratna, and Miniratna classifications. Additionally, the enactment of the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code (IBC) in 2016 and the growth of Startup India initiatives have positioned India as the third-largest startup and unicorn ecosystem globally.

Prescribed Topics & Learning Modules

Public Sample Quizzes & Solved Questions

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Question 1Startup Ecosystem, Unicorn Economy & IBC Framework
easy

What valuation milestone must a privately funded startup venture achieve to be designated as a 'Unicorn' in the business and venture capital ecosystem?

Question 2Companies Act, SEBI & Corporate Governance
easy

Which statutory regulatory body is mandated to protect investor interests and regulate securities markets, stock exchanges, and listed companies in India?

Question 3Maharatna PSUs, CPSEs & Industrial Conglomerates
easy

Which category represents the highest tier of operational and financial autonomy granted by the Government of India to premier Central Public Sector Enterprises (CPSEs)?

Question 4Companies Act, SEBI & Corporate Governance
medium

Under Section 135 of the Companies Act, 2013, eligible profitable corporations are statutorily required to spend what minimum percentage of their average net profits on Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR)?

Question 5Startup Ecosystem, Unicorn Economy & IBC Framework
medium

In which year did the Parliament of India enact the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code (IBC) to consolidate corporate restructuring and time-bound insolvency resolution laws?

Question 6Maharatna PSUs, CPSEs & Industrial Conglomerates
medium

The boards of 'Maharatna' Central Public Sector Enterprises (CPSEs) are empowered to make capital investments in a single project without prior Union Cabinet approval up to what financial ceiling?

Question 7Startup Ecosystem, Unicorn Economy & IBC Framework
medium

Which premier financial institution operates and manages the 'Fund of Funds for Startups' (FFS) established under the Government of India's Startup India initiative?

Question 8Companies Act, SEBI & Corporate Governance
hard

In which year was the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) granted statutory regulatory powers through an Act of Parliament, transitioning from its earlier non-statutory executive status?

Question 9Maharatna PSUs, CPSEs & Industrial Conglomerates
hard

To be eligible for the grant of 'Maharatna' status, a Central Public Sector Enterprise (CPSE) must have recorded an average annual net profit after tax during the last 3 consecutive years of at least what amount?

Question 10Startup Ecosystem, Unicorn Economy & IBC Framework
hard

Under the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code (IBC), 2016, which designated quasi-judicial body serves as the Adjudicating Authority for insolvency and liquidation proceedings of corporate persons and LLPs?

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