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D. Udaya KumarResearch Scholar

Currency Symbol forIndian Rupee

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Currency Symbol forIndian Rupee

The symbol seamlessly integrates both Devanagari and Roman script

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The symbol denotes letter µR¶ from Rupiah in Devanagari script

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The symbol also denotes part of letter µR¶ from Rupee in Roman script

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The horizontal lines represents the tricolor of our Indian flag

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Equality sign symbolizes the relativity of economy and balanced economy 

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The symbol is designed in harmonious with other currency symbols

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The unison design appeal to both Indian and foreign nationals

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The use of existing letter simplifies the writing process across the globe

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Minimal strokes makes it quick and easy to write

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Familiarity, simplicity and less elements gives it a very high recall value

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The symbol is simple to design and construct by any type designers

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Opposite visual forces makes the design stable and balanced

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The symbol is highly legible at smaller sizes and in reverse color

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Design of Paisa can become a part of the symbol¶s family 

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The symbol naturally blends with both Indian and Arabic numerals

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The symbol naturally blends with both Indian and Arabic numerals

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� Devanagiri & Roman script

� Shiro Rekha (Uniqueness)

�

Indian flag (Tri color)� Equality sign represents a

stable and balancedeconomy 

� Harmonious with othercurrency symbols

� Global and local appeal

� Simplicity (High recall value)

� Familiar and easy to read

� Easy to write & design

�

Easy to recollect and adapt� Blends with numerals

� Balanced and Stable form

� Unique & Dynamic design

� Easy to reproduce and

implement

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Country Symbol Script Denomination

India Devanagari 100 Paisa

Indonesia Rp Indonesian 100 Sen

Mauritius - Latin 100 Cents

Nepal - Devanagari 100 Paisa

Pakistan - Urdu 100 Paisa

Seychelles - Latin 100 Cents

Sri Lanka - Sinhalese &Tamil

100 Cents

Countries which has Rupee as currency 

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A symbol should symbolize ameaningful thought.Meaning to asymbol is like Soul to a body,without soul the body is nothing,without deeper, sensible andthought provoking meaning thesymbol is needless.

This symbol truly symbolizesour country, our tradition,our nations economy and itscurrency.

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� I am thankful to Industrial Design centre, IIT Bombay forthe guidance and support.

� I also thank my parents and friendsfor their help and encouragement.

Thank y ou