The 'Indian Rupee' symbol ₹ was adopted much later, but what was the currency at the time of independence? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The 'Indian Rupee' symbol ₹ was adopted much later, but what was the currency at the time of independence?
A. Paper notes only
B. Indian Dollar
C. Indian Rupee, subdivided into 16 annas
D. Gold coins
Answer: Option C
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
At independence, the rupee was divided into 16 annas, which was decimalised in 1957.

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