Expert view, Dec. 6 -- Simple questions do not always have simple answers. Consider, for instance, the question: How can one make Rs.1 crore in 10 years through investments?

For common investors, the idea of reaching Rs.1 crore is a holy grail. The pursuit of this milestone often puts them in a state of confusion - how to build the ideal portfolio, how much to allocate to equities, gold and debt, what the monthly SIP should be, and how taxes will impact returns.

In an interaction with Mint, Archit Doshi, Fund Manager - Non Discretionary Solutions at PL (Prabhudas Lilladher) AMC, answered these fundamental questions about investing. Here are edited excerpts:

An ideal portfolio to build Rs.1 crore in 10 years needs growth with some amoun...