Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

General Test

Chapter

General Knowledge

Question:

Who among the following founded the Bombay Stock Exchange?

Options:

Ashiskumar Chauhan

Roychand Deepchand

Premchand Roychand

Vikramjit Sen

Correct Answer:

Premchand Roychand

Explanation:

The correct answer is Option (3) - Premchand Roychand

Premchand Roychand founded the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE), one of the oldest and largest stock exchanges in India, in 1875. Roychand was a prominent businessman and stockbroker in Bombay (now Mumbai) during the late 19th century. He played a crucial role in establishing the BSE, which has since become a vital institution in India's financial sector, facilitating trading in stocks, commodities, and other securities.