BSE 150th Foundation Day: Coin, Logo and BSE 150 Index
Why in the news
The Bombay Stock Exchange, described as Asia’s oldest stock exchange, celebrated 150 years of existence in Mumbai on April 17, 2025.
Key facts
- Founded in 1875 as the Native Share and Stock Brokers’ Association.
- Under the Securities Contracts Regulation Act, it was the first Indian exchange to get permanent recognition.
- Sensex, the country’s earliest equity index, debuted in 1986 and began from a base of 100.
- It is older than the Tokyo Stock Exchange, hence Asia’s oldest.
Launches at the event
| Item | Launched by |
|---|---|
| Commemorative coin | Finance Minister |
| BSE@150 logo | Marks the exchange’s legacy |
| BSE 150 Index (150 scrips) | Minister of State for Finance |
Significance
- The anniversary is treated as a historic milestone in India’s financial evolution.
Exam angle
- Year of establishment: 1875; Sensex base value: 100.
- Asia’s oldest stock exchange: BSE.