GENERAL KNOWLEDGE

GK

CURRENCIES OF THE WORLD

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which one of the following methods is currently used in India to issue note?
A
Fixed Fiduciary System
B
Maximum Fiduciary System
C
Percentage Reverse System
D
Minimum Reverse System
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The Minimum Reserve System is the currency issue system followed by the RBI at present. It was adopted in 1956. The Minimum Reserve System which requires the RBI to keep a minimum reserve of Rs 200 crores comprising foreign currencies, gold coin and gold bullion (minimum of Rs 115 crore in the form of gold).

Detailed explanation-2: -The RBI’s current currency-issuing system is known as the Minimum Reserve System. It was passed into law in 1956. The RBI is required to retain a minimum reserve of an amount of about Rs 200 crores in foreign currencies, gold coins, and gold bullion under the Minimum Reserve System.

Detailed explanation-3: -The Reserve Bank is the nation’s sole note issuing authority. Along with the Government of India, we are responsible for the design, production and overall management of the nation’s currency, with the goal of ensuring an adequate supply of clean and genuine notes.

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