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An investment of Rs 1 lakh in gold on Jan 1, 2020, grew to Rs 3.21 lakh by Nov 2025, nearly tripling. In contrast, the same amount in equity mutual funds, with a 12% annual return, would have reached Rs 2.07 lakh. The article compares these asset classes for Indian investors, highlighting gold's role as a safe haven and mutual funds' diversification benefits.