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'''Life Insurance Corporation''' (LIC) is a state-owned [[insurance]] group and [[investment]] corporation in [[India]]. It is the largest insurance company in India with an estimated asset value of ₹3,111,847 crore (US$440 billion).  
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== Life Insurance Corporation of India ==
[[File:LIC Chennai.JPG|thumb|right|LIC Building in Chennai]]
The '''Life Insurance Corporation of India''' (LIC) is a state-owned insurance group and investment corporation owned by the Government of India. It is the largest insurance company in India, with an estimated asset value of _31 trillion (US$450 billion) as of 2019.


== History ==
== History ==
 
The Life Insurance Corporation of India was founded on 1 September 1956, when the [[Parliament of India]] passed the Life Insurance of India Act that nationalized the insurance industry in India. Over 245 insurance companies and provident societies were merged to create the state-owned Life Insurance Corporation of India.
The Life Insurance Corporation was founded in 1956 when the [[Parliament of India]] passed the Life Insurance of India Act that nationalized the private insurance industry in India. Over 245 insurance companies and provident societies were merged to create the state-owned Life Insurance Corporation.


== Operations ==
== Operations ==
LIC provides a wide range of insurance products to its customers, including life insurance, health insurance, and pension plans. It operates through a network of agents, branches, and online platforms to reach its customers across India.


LIC offers a variety of insurance products to its customers such as insurance plans, pension plans, unit-linked plans, special plans and group schemes. LIC's portfolio consists of a wide range of products and services, including life and health insurance, investment management, and mutual funds.
=== Products ===
 
LIC offers various insurance products, including:
== Financial Performance ==
* Whole life insurance
* Term insurance
* Endowment plans
* Money back plans
* Pension plans
* Health insurance


As of 2019, LIC had a total life fund of ₹28.3 trillion. The total value of sold policies in the year 2018-19 is ₹21.4 million. Life Insurance Corporation of India settles its claims on its own and does not hire any third party for the purpose.  
== Headquarters ==
The headquarters of LIC is located in [[Mumbai]], [[Maharashtra]], India. The iconic LIC Building in [[Chennai]] is one of the prominent landmarks associated with the corporation.


== Criticism ==
== Impact ==
 
LIC has played a significant role in the development of the insurance sector in India. It has contributed to the financial security of millions of Indians and has been a major player in the Indian financial market.
Despite its large market share, LIC has often been criticized for its monopolistic control over the Indian life insurance sector. The entry of private insurers, many of whom have partnered with international insurance companies, has introduced more competition in the sector.
 
== See also ==


== Related pages ==
* [[Insurance in India]]
* [[Insurance in India]]
* [[Economy of India]]
* [[Economy of India]]
* [[List of insurance companies in India]]
* [[Government of India]]
 
== References ==
 
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Latest revision as of 05:23, 16 February 2025

Overview of the Life Insurance Corporation of India


Life Insurance Corporation of India[edit]

LIC Building in Chennai

The Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) is a state-owned insurance group and investment corporation owned by the Government of India. It is the largest insurance company in India, with an estimated asset value of _31 trillion (US$450 billion) as of 2019.

History[edit]

The Life Insurance Corporation of India was founded on 1 September 1956, when the Parliament of India passed the Life Insurance of India Act that nationalized the insurance industry in India. Over 245 insurance companies and provident societies were merged to create the state-owned Life Insurance Corporation of India.

Operations[edit]

LIC provides a wide range of insurance products to its customers, including life insurance, health insurance, and pension plans. It operates through a network of agents, branches, and online platforms to reach its customers across India.

Products[edit]

LIC offers various insurance products, including:

  • Whole life insurance
  • Term insurance
  • Endowment plans
  • Money back plans
  • Pension plans
  • Health insurance

Headquarters[edit]

The headquarters of LIC is located in Mumbai, Maharashtra, India. The iconic LIC Building in Chennai is one of the prominent landmarks associated with the corporation.

Impact[edit]

LIC has played a significant role in the development of the insurance sector in India. It has contributed to the financial security of millions of Indians and has been a major player in the Indian financial market.

Related pages[edit]