Srinagar, Sept. 21 -- In India, a stock broker is a SEBI-registered intermediary that provides access to the stock market, facilitates trades, and handles various regulatory and settlement-related responsibilities. A trading platform, by contrast, is the software interface you use to place orders, view charts, and manage your positions.

What Is a Stock Broker in India?

A stock broker acts as a vital link between investors and the stock market by facilitating the purchase and sale of stocks and other financial instruments. As per applicable rules and regulations, a stock broker must be registered with SEBI under the relevant regulatory framework and be a member of at least one recognised stock exchange, where applicable.

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