Question

Which one of the following is false? At the time of Independence (1947), one Indian rupee was equal to:

• A. 4 Four Annas
• B. 2 Eight Annas
• C. 64 Paise
• D. 100 Paise

Hint:

At the time of independence, 1 Rupee was equivalent to 16 Annas or 64 Paise.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is B

Step 1: Understand the historical context.
At the time of India's Independence in 1947, the Indian currency system was based on the "Anna" system. One Indian Rupee (INR) was equivalent to 16 Annas, and each Anna was divided into 4 Paise. Thus, the conversion should be correct based on this system.
Step 2: Conversion breakdown.
1 Rupee = 16 Annas = 64 Paise. Therefore, option (B) stating that one rupee was equal to 2 Eight Annas is incorrect, as one rupee was equal to 16 Annas, not 8 Annas.
Step 3: Conclusion.
Thus, the correct answer is (B) 2 Eight Annas. Final Answer: \[ \boxed{\text{2 Eight Annas}} \]