The 'Mughal' empire's currency system included the 'Rupee' and 'Dam'. What was a 'Dam'? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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The 'Mughal' empire's currency system included the 'Rupee' and 'Dam'. What was a 'Dam'?

A. A silver coin

B. A copper coin

C. A bill of exchange

D. A gold coin

Answer: Option B

Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)

The 'Dam' was a copper coin introduced by Sher Shah Suri and continued under the Mughals, valued at 1/40 of a rupee.

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