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Research Article

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Lok Sabha 2019 The results of 2024 were anticipated to get NDA Alliance a
pure sweep on the INDIA Alliance. The Exit Polls suggested
340+ seats for the NDA. The results were quite the opposite
and took everyone with surprise with NDA barely grabbing
293 seats and maintaining the government. The market
which rallied during exit polls took a downturn on surprising
results. The market was lagging due to the global trends and
India VIX remained at 18.47 during the period.

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Introduction to Market Volatility and Investor
Awareness
Market volatility refers to the rapid and significant price
fluctuations observed in financial markets, often triggered
by uncertain events such as economic crises, geopolitical
tensions, elections, or natural disasters. Unexpected events
The market had already anticipated the return of NDA
often shake up the balance between demand and supply in
Alliance and didn’t react to that as much the markets
the market, leaving investors feeling unsure and anxious.
remained sideways pre-election and post-election result it
marginally corrected by -5%. The VIX remained at 23 While ups and downs are a normal part of financial markets,
during this period. things tend to get more intense when the future feels unclear.
This can affect stock prices, how much people are trading,
Lok Sabha 2024 and the general mood of the market.
Such uncertainty brings both risk and opportunity.
Sometimes, prices drop and give investors a chance to buy at
lower rates. But for those who aren’t ready, it can lead to
panic, quick selling, and losses.
Tools like the VIX (Volatility Index) help track how
uncertain the market is and can guide investors on when to
be cautious. That’s why it’s important for investors to stay
informed. Knowing how to spread out investments, manage
risks, and stick to long-term goals can make it easier to deal
with market ups and downs.

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