Dynamics of Mutual Funds: Contemporary Approaches and Best Practices is a comprehensive edited volume that explores the rapidly evolving mutual fund landscape with a special focus on India’s dynamic financial ecosystem. Bringing together 16 scholarly and practice-oriented chapters, the book examines the sector through five key lenses: investor behaviour, risk and portfolio strategies, technological innovations, inclusive investment models, and regulatory frameworks. The volume delves into contemporary themes such as behavioural finance in the age of Gen Z, AI-driven forecasting, LSTM-based portfolio optimization, digital customization, fintech-enabled distribution, and inclusive strategies like micro-SIPs in rural India. It also critically assesses compliance frameworks and talent management practices in the mutual fund industry. This book is an essential resource for academicians, researchers, students, policymakers, regulators, and industry professionals who seek to understand the multifaceted dynamics shaping mutual funds in emerging markets. By combining analytical depth with practical insights, the volume serves as both a reference text and a catalyst for future research, innovation, and informed policymaking. Mr. Jyoti Ranjan Jena is a Senior Research Fellow (SRF) at Siksha ‘O’ Anusandhan (Deemed to be University), Bhubaneswar, India. He has qualified UGC-NET and JRF and is engaged in advanced research in Financial Engineering, Mutual Funds, Stock Market, Risk Analysis & Management, and Behavioral Finance. In addition to his research and academic contributions, Mr. Jena brings over three years of corporate experience. He has served in various managerial and analytical roles where he has gained expertise in financial analysis, risk management, and project implementation. He has authored and co-authored several research papers published in reputed journals indexed by SPRINGER, SAGE, and World Scientific. His publications have received growing academic recognition and citations, contributing to the literature on the intersection of financial markets, innovations, and behavioral dimensions of investing. Mr. Jena continues to bridge the worlds of business practice and academic research, contributing valuable insights through his involvement in advanced financial studies.