New Delhi, March 4 -- Strong volatility in the stock market and sharp swings in gold and silver prices have posed a difficult question for investors: how should they invest through a systematic investment plan (SIP), or is it wiser to pause amid the turbulence?

The stock market benchmark Sensex has declined about 9% from its record high. Silver prices have crashed more than 35% from their peak, while the gold price has come off over 15% from its peak.

The prevailing market condition suggests there could be more volatility in the near term due to the US-Iran war. So, how should one invest now?

Mint spoke with several experts to understand how investors should navigate the prevailing uncertainties. Here's what they said:

Seemant Shukla,...