Many people believe that only high-denomination notes like Rs 100, Rs 500, or Rs 1,000 can be faked, not coins. However, recent reports have raised concerns about the circulation of fake Rs 10 coins. While the cost of producing counterfeit coins is higher than that of notes, rumours have confused the public and shopkeepers.

People have started questioning the design, counting the stripes, checking the rupee symbol, and even doubting the placement of the country name. Some believe fake coins have 15 stripes instead of 10 or feature unusual markings.

This has led to hesitancy in accepting Rs 10 coins, with some claiming their circulation has stopped.

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The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has reportedly clarified that these rumours are false. Coins are minted by t

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