No. These trades are strictly applicable to equity (cash) segments. Derivatives follow different norms under SEBI and exchange guidelines.

You can refer to the official SEBI circulars on their website or consult the exchange guidelines published by NSE and BSE for detailed operational procedures.

Not by default. However, if any participant uses unpublished price-sensitive information (UPSI) to gain unfair advantage, it may be treated as insider trading under SEBI regulations.