Pakistani 75-rupee note

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The Pakistani 75-rupee note is a denomination of the Pakistani rupee.

History[edit]

The banknote was introduced by the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) in August 2022 to commemorate Pakistan's 75 years of Independence.[1] The banknote is the second of its kind, following the issuance of a commemorative banknote in 1997 to mark Pakistan's golden jubilee.[1]

In April 2023, it was reported that the 75-rupee banknote has faced challenges in gaining widespread acceptance as a legal tender.[2]

Features[edit]

The 75-rupee banknote predominantly features the green color, accompanied by shades of white and yellow.[1] The green color symbolizes growth and development, reflecting Islamic identity of Pakistan.[1] The presence of white highlights the religious diversity within the country's population.[1]

Obverse[edit]

The obverse side of the banknote displays portraits of significant figures, including Muhammad Ali Jinnah, Syed Ahmad Khan, Muhammad Iqbal, and Fatima Jinnah.[1][3]

Obverse of the Rs. 75 commemorative banknote issued by the State Bank of Pakistan in 2022 depicting Syed Ahmed Khan, Fatima Jinnah, Muhammad Ali Jinnah and Muhammad Iqbal (left to right)

Reverse[edit]

The reverse side of the banknote showcases images of the Markhor and Deodar trees.[1] These images symbolise Pakistan's commitment to addressing the challenges posed by climate change and its consequences.[1][3]

References[edit]

  1. ^ a b c d e f g h "SBP unveils commemorative Rs75 banknote to mark Pakistan's diamond jubilee". The News International. Archived from the original on 2023-05-20. Retrieved 2023-05-20.
  2. ^ Hasan, Shazia (April 22, 2023). "Two legal tenders struggle to gain currency". DAWN.COM. Archived from the original on May 20, 2023. Retrieved May 20, 2023.
  3. ^ a b Reporter, The Newspaper's Staff (August 15, 2022). "Rs75 commemorative banknote marks nation's pledge to tackle climate change". DAWN.COM. Archived from the original on May 20, 2023. Retrieved May 20, 2023.