How many companies are included in the SENSEX of India?

Correct option is B

The SENSEX (Sensitive Index) comprises 30 companies. It is the benchmark stock market index of the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE), representing the performance of the top 30 financially sound and well-established companies listed on the exchange.

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1. The SENSEX was introduced in 1986 and is one of the oldest stock market indices in India.
2. Companies in the SENSEX are selected based on free-float market capitalization and sector representation.
3. It serves as an indicator of the overall performance of the Indian stock market.
4. The index covers a diverse range of sectors, including finance, technology, healthcare, and energy.
5. The SENSEX is calculated using the free-float market capitalization method.