Multiple choice For an open ended scheme, initial issue expenses can be amortised over a period of 10 years can be amortised over a period not exceeding 5 years can not be recovered from investors can be amortised over the life of the scheme Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself B Correct answer Explanation For open-ended schemes, SEBI regulations allow initial issue expenses to be amortized over a period not exceeding 5 years. This systematic recovery prevents front-loading all costs on early investors.