FTSE Russell announced the inclusion of Indian bonds in its Emerging Markets Government Bond Index, which will take effect from which of the following periods?

Correct option is C

FTSE Russell will include Indian bonds in its Emerging Markets Government Bond Index from September 2025.
Details:
Key Announcement:
· FTSE Russell is the third index provider to include Indian bonds in its emerging market bond index after JP Morgan and Bloomberg Index Services.
Weightage of Indian Bonds:
· India's bonds will make up 9.35% of the index on a market-value weight basis, positioning it as the second-largest component after China.
Impact on Indian Bond Market:
· The inclusion is expected to bring significant inflows into India's government bond market, improving liquidity and global visibility.
Earlier Inclusion Announcements:
· JP Morgan: In September 2023, JP Morgan announced the inclusion of Indian bonds into its Government Bond Index-Emerging Markets (GBI-EM).
· Bloomberg Index Services: Has also previously included Indian bonds in its bond index series.
Significance of Inclusion:
· Strengthens India's presence in the global bond market.
· Reflects international confidence in India's fiscal and economic stability.