New indian currency
You're referring to the new Indian currency!
In 2016, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) introduced a new series of banknotes in denominations of ₹500 and ₹2,000 to combat counterfeiting and corruption. These notes featured advanced security features and were designed to be more difficult to counterfeit.
Here are some key features of the new Indian currency:
₹500 note:
- Features a Mahatma Gandhi portrait on the obverse (front) side
- Has a unique number series on the reverse (back) side
- Has a transparent window with a latent image of the RBI logo
- Has a 3D image of the Ashoka Pillar
- Has a micro-printed pattern of the RBI logo
₹2,000 note:
- Features a Mahatma Gandhi portrait on the obverse (front) side
- Has a unique number series on the reverse (back) side
- Has a transparent window with a latent image of the RBI logo
- Has a 3D image of the Mangalyaan (India's Mars Orbiter Mission)
- Has a micro-printed pattern of the RBI logo
These new notes were introduced to replace the old ₹500 and ₹1,000 notes, which were demonetized (withdrawn from circulation) in November 2016 as part of a broader effort to combat corruption and black money.
Since then, the RBI has introduced new denominations of ₹200, ₹50, and ₹20 notes, which feature similar security features and designs.
It's worth noting that the RBI has also introduced a new series of coins in denominations of ₹1, ₹2, ₹5, and ₹10, which feature new designs and security features.
Overall, the new Indian currency is designed to be more secure, durable, and user-friendly, with advanced features to prevent counterfeiting and ensure the integrity of the financial system.