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INDIAN HISTORY
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Question
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The Rupee coins were first minted in India during the rule of -
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Shershah Suri
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Shahjahan
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Razia Begum
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East India Company
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -On 19th August 1757, the first rupee coin was minted by the East India Company in Kolkata (then Calcutta) It owes its origin to rupiya, issued by Sher Shah Suri in 1540-45. Today, the Reserve Bank of India issues currency under the RBI Act 1934.
Detailed explanation-2: -Sher Shah issued a coin of silver which was termed the Rupiya. This weighed 178 grains and was the precursor of the modern rupee.
Detailed explanation-3: -Complete solution: A silver coin named as “Rupiya” was given by Sher Shah Suri during his standard. The heaviness of the coin was 178 grains and was part into 40 copper pieces or paisa.
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