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What are Government Securities?

Updated: 30 Dec 2021, 09:07 AM IST
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A government security is a bond and other financial instruments issued by the government and assured to be returned at the date of maturity. These are low-risk investments offered at a fixed rate of return.

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Government securities are tradable debt instruments that the government offers in the form of bonds, treasury bills, or notes.
First Published: 16 Dec 2021, 11:26 AM IST