GK Quiz on Indian Rupee

The Indian Rupee plays an important role in our everyday life, yet many people are unaware of its history, design, and unique features. Each note and coin carries symbols, colours, and landmarks that reflect India’s rich culture, heritage, and progress. Over time, the Rupee has evolved with new designs, improved security features, and distinct colours to make currency safer and easier to recognize. Learning about these details not only increases general knowledge but also helps us better understand India’s economic identity.

1. What is the official currency of India?
A. Dollar
B. Taka
C. Yen
D. Rupee

✅Correct Answer: D

2. What is the symbol of the Indian Rupee?
A. ₹
B. $
C. €
D. ¥
✅Correct Answer: A

3. Which authority issues currency notes in India?
A. Ministry of Finance
B. State Bank of India
C. Reserve Bank of India
D. NITI Aayog

✅Correct Answer: c

4. Who is the current issuer of Indian coins?
A. RBI
B. Government of India
C. SEBI
D. NABARD

✅Correct Answer: b

5. What is the material mainly used for Indian currency notes?
A. Plastic
B. Silk
C. Cotton
D. Paper pulp

✅Correct Answer: c

6. Which language is NOT printed on Indian currency notes?
A. Hindi
B. English
C. Sanskrit
D. Tamil

✅Correct Answer: d

7. How many languages are printed on the language panel of Indian currency notes?
A. 10
B. 12
C. 15
D. 18

✅Correct Answer: c

8. Which portrait appears on all Indian currency notes?
A. Jawaharlal Nehru
B. Subhas Chandra Bose
C. Mahatma Gandhi
D. B. R. Ambedkar

✅Correct Answer: c

9. Which series of Indian currency notes was introduced in 2016?
A. Lion Capital Series
B. Ashoka Series
C. Mahatma Gandhi (New) Series
D. Gandhi–Indira Series

✅Correct Answer: c

10. Which landmark is printed on the ₹10 note?
A. Konark Sun Temple
B. Red Fort
C. Sun Temple, Konark
D. Hampi

✅Correct Answer: c

11. What colour is the ₹20 note in the new series?
A. Blue
B. Green
C. Yellowish Green
D. Brown

✅Correct Answer: c

12. Which denomination note features the Red Fort?
A. ₹200
B. ₹500
C. ₹50
D. ₹100

✅Correct Answer: b

13. Which is the highest denomination Indian currency note currently in circulation?
A. ₹500
B. ₹1000
C. ₹2000
D. ₹5000

✅Correct Answer: c

14. Which ₹ note features the Sanchi Stupa?
A. ₹50
B. ₹200
C. ₹100
D. ₹20

✅Correct Answer: b

15. Which feature helps visually impaired people identify currency notes?
A. Watermark
B. Security thread
C. Intaglio printing
D. Micro lettering

✅Correct Answer: c

16. What is the base metal of most Indian coins?
A. Gold
B. Silver
C. Stainless Steel
D. Copper

✅Correct Answer: c

17. What does the watermark on Indian currency depict?
A. RBI logo
B. Ashoka Lion
C. Mahatma Gandhi portrait
D. Parliament House

✅Correct Answer: c

18. Which ₹ note features Rani Ki Vav?
A. ₹20
B. ₹50
C. ₹100
D. ₹200

✅Correct Answer: c

19. What is the signature on Indian currency notes?
A. Prime Minister
B. Finance Minister
C. RBI Governor
D. President of India

✅Correct Answer: c

20. Which coin denomination is square-shaped?
A. ₹1
B. ₹2
C. ₹5
D. ₹10

✅Correct Answer: c

21. Which ₹ note shows Hampi with the Stone Chariot?
A. ₹100
B. ₹50
C. ₹20
D. ₹200

✅Correct Answer: b

22. What is the colour of the ₹2000 note?
A. Blue
B. Green
C. Magenta
D. Brown

✅Correct Answer: c

23. Which security feature glows under ultraviolet light?
A. Watermark
B. Fluorescent ink
C. Intaglio print
D. Latent image

✅Correct Answer: b

24. When was the Indian Rupee symbol officially adopted?
A. 2005
B. 2008
C. 2010
D. 2012

✅Correct Answer: c

25. Which animal is part of the RBI emblem on Indian currency?
A. Tiger
B. Elephant
C. Lion
D. Horse

✅Correct Answer: c