Sub-agent
A person empanelled by a distribution firm who is "not an employee of the firm but purely work[s] as an extended distribution arm", earning commission rather than salary.
This one is not written up yet
The definition above is the short version. A full explanation — how it works, a worked example and the exam traps — is still being written. In the meantime the chapter below covers it in context.
Written up from the same chapter
- Execution only platformA SEBI-recognised digital platform that carries out subscription, redemption and switch transactions in direct plans of mutual fund schemes only — registered with AMFI (Category 1) or as a stock broker (Category 2).
- Mis-sellingSelling securities or securities services by knowingly making a false statement, hiding material facts or risk, or not taking reasonable care that the product suits the buyer — an unfair trade practice.
Where this is taught
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