__________ included in the bond indenture to protect bondholders from certain actions by the company.

A) Indentures are.
B) Debentures are.
C) Covenants are.
D) Articles of incorporation are.
E) A description of dedicated capital is.

Covenants are specific agreements included in the bond indenture that impose certain restrictions or obligations on the issuing company, with the aim of protecting the interests of the bondholders. These can include restrictions on the company's ability to incur additional debt, requirements for maintaining certain financial ratios, or constraints on paying dividends.