This document summarizes a study on the derivative market in India. It begins with an abstract that outlines the objectives of studying derivatives like futures and options, and how they can help manage risk for investors. The introduction provides background on how derivatives developed to help risk-averse investors hedge against volatility in commodity prices. It defines derivatives as risk management instruments whose value is derived from an underlying asset. The literature review covers past research on how derivatives listing impacts underlying market volatility. The analysis section provides a sample analysis of futures and options positions in ICICI Bank to illustrate potential profits and losses. It concludes by emphasizing the growing importance of derivatives markets to the economy.