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Investing in India has never been more worthwhile. With its positive demographics and dynamic economy, the country is presently primed to be the largest emerging market in the world. For any prudent investor, now is the time to opt for a wise mix of mutual funds keeping risks in mind.

We live in uncertain times. While the outlook for India as an emerging global power remains strong, the vagaries of economics and politics are causing swings within the Indian economy. Who do you believe when you need to entrust your hard earned money that can make your wealth grow when you need it some years down the line?

Life isn't always about taking chances and worrying about outcomes. There comes a stage in life when you want to sit back, put your eggs in a safe basket and be assured that your returns will come to you in due course, safe and sound!

Your grandfather invested in fixed deposits, and your father swore by them. FDs were the default investment tool for all their savings, with a comfortable interest rate and no risks. It was a different time and age. Then came the share market wave with the promise of quick and high returns.

You spend an average of 40 hours every week at the office, making sure you have put in your optimum efforts. The sweet returns in the form of the pay cheque every month are validation of your efforts and facilitators of your dreams. Why then should you give a big chunk of it back as income tax every year?

The age of information has spoilt us for choice. Ironically, it has also served to confuse us with the variety of choices available to pick from. Take for instance, the surplus of food options you can now readily order at the click of a button. The choice of restaurant, the selection of dishes, and then the all-important question of nutrition over taste can overwhelm you unless a curator can break it down in easy terms. The same holds true for a far more important aspect of life - financial investments.