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Government of India G.S.R. 774(E).— In exercise of the powers conferred by clauses (d) and (e) of sub-section (2) of section 24 of the Coinage Act, 2011(11 of 2011) has released a new coin.
In a historic move to celebrate India’s rich legacy of
resistance against colonial rule, the Government of India has officially
notified the issuance of a ₹200 commemorative coin to mark the 200th
anniversary of Rani Channamma’s iconic victory at Kittur.
This announcement was made under G.S.R. 774(E), in
accordance with the powers granted by clauses (d) and (e) of sub-section (2) of
section 24 of the Coinage Act, 2011 (11 of 2011).
Key Highlights of the
Coinage Notification:
- Title
of the Rules: Coinage (Issue of Commemorative Coin on the occasion
of 200th Anniversary of Rani Channamma's victory at Kittur) Rules, 2025
- Date
of Enforcement: Effective from the date of publication in the Official
Gazette
- Denomination:
₹200
- Issuing Authority: Minted under the authority of the Central Government.
Denomination of the 200 rs coin:
- Composition:
- Quaternary Alloy Silver - 50 per cent.
- Copper -40 per cent.
- Nickel - 05 per cent.
- Zinc - 05 per cent.
Historical Significance:
Rani Channamma of Kittur was one of the earliest
Indian rulers to defy British colonial authority. Her courageous stand in 1824
against the Doctrine of Lapse and British annexation policies made her a symbol
of resistance and patriotism. The issuance of this commemorative coin serves as
a tribute to her enduring legacy and the spirit of India’s freedom struggle.
This notification is a relevant topic for UPSC Prelims and Mains, especially under: GS Paper I: Modern Indian History.
Official Link : Egazette
More details on Rani Channama : https://www.nbtindia.gov.in/writereaddata/freebooks/pdf/Rani%20Chinnamma.pdf
