UPSC 2013 CDS 2 GK Paper

The Government of India and Reserve Bank of India have decidedto introduce 1 billion pieces of Rs. 10 notes in polymer/plastic on afield trial basis. The Reserve Bank of India has informed that while the primary objective of introduction of polymer notes is to increase its life, it could also help in combating counterfeiting. Thus, third statement is incorrect. The field trial will be conducted in five cities viz. Kochi, Mysore, Jaipur, Bhubaneswar and Shimla with varied geographical locations and climatic conditions.