The document discusses the role of the Securities Exchange Board of India (SEBI) in regulating the capital markets and corporate governance in India. It provides details on SEBI's objectives to protect investors, regulate intermediaries and ensure fair practices in the market. SEBI functions through departments and advisory committees to achieve its goals of regulatory oversight, transparency and investor protection. It oversees stock exchanges, licenses brokers and monitors mergers and acquisitions. SEBI aims to create an efficient market that facilitates business needs while preventing fraud and promoting good governance.