Correct Answer: Equity shares

Solution : The correct answer is (c)  Equity shares

Government securities are debt instruments issued by the government to borrow money from the public or financial institutions. They are considered low-risk investments and are typically used to finance government expenditures and manage liquidity in the financial system.

Equity shares, on the other hand, represent ownership in a company and do not fall under the category of government securities. Equity shares are issued by corporations to raise capital, and they represent ownership stakes in the company, entitling shareholders to a share of profits and voting rights in corporate decision-making.