Can I hold shares in BSDA account just like normal demat account?

Do I have to have a demat account with a lender to get a loan against securities/shares (LAS) with the same lender?

Can I trade intraday by putting my demat account holdings as margin?

What is the process to dematerialize my physical shares and is it safe to keep shares in DP account? I am worried after the Karvy case.

My mutual fund holdings are not in my demat account. Is there any proof that I actually hold these assets?

Do I need a separate demat account for holding my gold bonds?

Can I also hold my F&O positions in my demat account?

Can I directly apply for IPO shares in my demat account?

If we are 3 people holding the demat account jointly named, can we nominate a nominee for the account.

Can I participate in securities lending and borrowing mechanism using my shares in the demat account. How will it work?

Are the shares in my demat account safe?