The Nifty index opened with a gap up and remained above 24,100, but formed a DOJI candle, indicating indecisiveness in the market, with support at 24,200 and 23,950-24,000, and resistance at 24,350 and 24,500-550. The Nifty is likely to remain volatile or consolidate within the 24,000-24,500 range in the near term.