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The Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority (IRDA) is India's insurance regulatory body established in 1999 by an act of parliament. It is tasked with protecting policyholders' interests, ensuring fair treatment of policyholders, and facilitating the growth of the insurance sector in India. IRDA consists of 10 members including a chairman and five whole-time members appointed by the government. It regulates the insurance sector, increases protection of policyholders, raises awareness of insurance, and has effects like promoting competition and allowing for tax savings. Overall, IRDA has proven to be an effective regulatory authority that plays a major role in developing the insurance industry in India.
This slide introduces the theme of Insurance Law, specifically the role and effect of the Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority (IRDA).
IRDA, established by the IRDA Act of 1999, regulates the insurance sector, protecting policyholder interests and promoting orderly industry growth.
Describes the structure of IRDA, which consists of a ten-member team including a Chairman, five whole-time members, and four part-time members.
Highlights the key roles of IRDA, including protecting policyholders' interests and facilitating industry growth, as well as providing a dispute resolution mechanism.
Discusses the effects of IRDA on the insurance market, highlighting over awareness, competition, tax saving, and its influence on banks and post offices.
Summarizes IRDA's positive impact on the insurance sector and its role in developing industry norms and regulations.
A closing slide thanking the audience.






