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Module 5 Certified Securities Lawyer (CSL) Program

Insider Trading & Market Manipulation

A comprehensive, practice-oriented training module covering PIT Regulations 2015, SEBI PFUTP Regulations, trading prohibitions, defences, codes of conduct, and landmark enforcement actions in Indian securities law.

clock10-12 Hours
book6 Parts
quiz50 Quiz Questions
certCertificate Included
500+
SEBI Orders Analyzed
2015
PIT Regulations
25+
Case Studies
100%
Practice-Oriented

Six Comprehensive Parts

Each part builds upon the previous, creating a complete framework for understanding insider trading and market manipulation law in India.

01
S

PIT Regulations 2015

Master the foundational framework of SEBI (Prohibition of Insider Trading) Regulations 2015, including definitions, UPSI, connected persons, and key amendments.

Definition of Insider UPSI Connected Persons 2019 Amendments 2020 Amendments
02
T

Trading While in Possession

Understand the core prohibition on trading while in possession of UPSI, communication restrictions, tipping liability, and penalty provisions.

Trading Prohibition Communication of UPSI Procurement Tipping Liability
03
D

Defences & Safe Harbours

Navigate the available defences including trading plans, off-market transfers, legitimate purposes, and institutional mechanisms for compliance.

Trading Plans Inter-se Transfers Due Diligence Disclosure Requirements
04
C

Codes of Conduct

Implement effective codes of conduct for listed companies, manage designated persons, trading windows, pre-clearance, and digital databases.

Listed Company Code Designated Persons Trading Window Pre-clearance Digital Database
05
M

Market Manipulation (PFUTP)

Analyze SEBI PFUTP Regulations 2003, manipulative devices, market manipulation, front running, and fraudulent trade practices.

PFUTP 2003 Manipulative Devices Front Running Fraudulent Practices
06
E

Enforcement & Case Studies

Examine SEBI investigation processes, landmark orders, celebrated cases including Rakesh Jhunjhunwala and Samir Arora, and recent trends.

SEBI Investigation Landmark Orders Jhunjhunwala Case Samir Arora Case
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Module Assessment Quiz

Test your understanding with 50 scenario-based questions covering all six parts. Detailed explanations provided for each answer.

50 Questions Scenario-Based Explanations Certificate

What You Will Master

Upon completing this module, you will have developed competencies essential for securities law practice.

R

Apply SEBI PIT Regulations 2015 to identify insider trading violations and advise clients on compliance

U

Determine what constitutes UPSI and when information becomes generally available

D

Deploy available defences and safe harbours effectively in insider trading allegations

C

Draft and implement codes of conduct for listed companies and intermediaries

M

Identify market manipulation, front running, and fraudulent practices under PFUTP

E

Navigate SEBI enforcement proceedings and represent clients in adjudication

Ready to Begin Your Journey?

Start with Part 1 and build your expertise step by step. Each part includes case studies, practical insights, regulatory analysis, and assessment components.