FD Stands for Fixed Deposit. Fixed deposits scheme is considered the best investment option among many investors with small risk and get fixed return. Even though in recent times many investors are looking for fixed deposits alternatives as decrease in the fixed deposits rate of interest in time to time.
Liquid Funds :
Liquid funds are the type of mutual funds here investors can invest money for short period. Liquid Funds give you better returns in a short period. However, the rate of return varies based on the performance of the market.
Government Bonds :
Investing in Government bonds are the one of the safest investment option for the investors. Government Bonds provide a higher rate of interest as compared to fixed deposits. The government bonds have a long lock-in period hence not suitable for those investors who willing to invest in short term.