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Asked: December 30, 20212021-12-30T14:59:34+05:30 2021-12-30T14:59:34+05:30In: Government Bonds

How do government bonds work in India?

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Can anyone tell me what is the procedure of buying government bonds in India and how government bonds interest rate work online.

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    1. Chanda Kumari
      2022-11-26T13:34:21+05:30Added an answer on November 26, 2022 at 1:34 pm

      There are a few types of government bonds available in India, with the most common being an income tax saving bond. These bonds are made to help investors save their income tax by investing money into these government bonds. The three main types of these bonds include: 1) Fixed rate: These offer a cRead more

      There are a few types of government bonds available in India, with the most common being an income tax saving bond. These bonds are made to help investors save their income tax by investing money into these government bonds. The three main types of these bonds include: 1) Fixed rate: These offer a certain interest rate on your investment for the duration of the bond’s maturity period. This means that if you invest Rs. 50,000, then at the end of the bond’s term (which is generally five years) you will have Rs2 lakhs if your fixed rate is 10%. 2) Floating rate: These work like a variable rate where the interest rate can shift up and down over time. This has many advantages as well as disadvantages depending on what happens with inflation rates in India. 3) Indexed: This type of bond is based off an index such as the Consumer Price Index or GDP growth rates.

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    2. Rishabh123
      2022-11-26T13:34:32+05:30Added an answer on November 26, 2022 at 1:34 pm

      As of July 2018, the Central Government is in debt by about 14.5 trillion rupees. The interest rates on government bonds are set by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI). The RBI determines the interest rates based on a few factors including inflation, GDP, other private sector investments and a few otherRead more

      As of July 2018, the Central Government is in debt by about 14.5 trillion rupees. The interest rates on government bonds are set by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI). The RBI determines the interest rates based on a few factors including inflation, GDP, other private sector investments and a few others. Interest rates on government bonds are often lower than interest rates on corporate bonds. Government bonds are considered more secure because they are backed by the Federal Government.

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    3. Madhu_ojha
      2022-11-28T10:28:12+05:30Added an answer on November 28, 2022 at 10:28 am

      Government bonds are debt securities that provide a fixed income, with the issuer typically being a government. The majority of government bonds are issued in domestic currency and represent a significant source of funding for national governments. Government bond yields can vary depending on the tyRead more

      Government bonds are debt securities that provide a fixed income, with the issuer typically being a government. The majority of government bonds are issued in domestic currency and represent a significant source of funding for national governments. Government bond yields can vary depending on the type of bond, country, and creditworthiness of the issuer. The Indian government offers various types of bonds to suit different needs. Promissory notes are one type of Indian Government Bonds, which pay interest semi-annually at the rate set by the Central Government. The Government reserves the right to suspend or postpone payment at times such as war or natural calamities. These bonds are issued in multiples of Rs 1,000 and come in two denominations: 10-year maturity and 5-year maturity. There is no option for redemption before maturity; nor is there any penalization for non-redemption after maturity. Interest on these bonds is taxable under head- Income from other sources – but only if taxable income exceeds Rs 50 lakh per annum (or any higher limit as notified).

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    4. ivankhanna
      2023-01-17T12:14:33+05:30Added an answer on January 17, 2023 at 12:14 pm

      In India, government bonds are issued by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) or the Government of India. These bonds are considered a relatively safe investment option as they are backed by the government. When an investor purchases a government bond, they are essentially lending money to the governmentRead more

      In India, government bonds are issued by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) or the Government of India. These bonds are considered a relatively safe investment option as they are backed by the government.

      When an investor purchases a government bond, they are essentially lending money to the government. In return, the government promises to pay the investor a fixed rate of interest (coupon rate) on the bond until it matures. At maturity, the government repays the original amount of the bond (face value or principal) to the investor.

      There are different types of government bonds available in India, such as:

      • Treasury Bonds: These are issued by the Government of India and have a maturity of more than 7 years.
      • Savings Bonds: These are issued by the Government of India and have a maturity of 7 years. They are intended for small investors and are available in denominations as low as Rs. 1,000.
      • State Development Loans (SDLs): These are issued by state governments and have a maturity of more than 7 years.

      Investors can purchase government bonds through the primary market, where the bonds are first issued, or through the secondary market, where investors can buy and sell existing bonds. The bonds can be held in a physical form or in a dematerialized (demat) form.

      Government bonds in India are also traded in the debt market, they are considered as fixed income securities and are listed in stock exchanges, making them easily accessible to retail investors.

      It’s important to note that government bonds are subject to interest rate risk, which means that their value can fluctuate with changes in interest rates. It’s always a good idea to consult with a financial advisor and check the current regulations before investing in any financial instrument.

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