Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Economics

Chapter

Indian Economic Development: Liberalisation, Privatisation and Globalisation - An Appraisal

Question:

The government of India announced demonetization of the currency notes of Rs 500 and Rs. 1000 on which date?

Options:

6th November, 2016

8th November, 2016

7th November, 2017

6th November, 2018

Correct Answer:

8th November, 2016

Explanation:

On 8 November 2016, the Government of India announced the demonetisation of all ₹500 and ₹1,000. This was done to fulfill the following objectives:

  • fighting black money
  • fake notes
  • creating a cashless economy 
  • Reducing funding for terrorism