Hundi: A Medieval Indian Financial Instrument

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What was the primary purpose of Hundi in Medieval India?

  • To issue currency
  • To provide loans
  • To collect taxes
  • To carry out transactions related to trade and credit (correct)

What is a Hundi essentially?

  • A business partnership
  • A type of loan
  • An unconditional order in writing (correct)
  • A form of currency

What is a key characteristic of a Hundi?

  • It is capable of being changed through transfer by valid negotiation (correct)
  • It is only used for domestic transactions
  • It is non-transferable
  • It requires a guarantor

Who is the beneficiary of a Hundi?

<p>A person named in the order (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is NOT a feature of a Hundi?

<p>It is a conditional order (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Study Notes

Hundi Overview

  • Developed in Medieval India as a financial instrument for trade and credit transactions.
  • Serves as an unconditional written order directing one person to pay a specified sum to another.

Key Features

  • Clear instructions for payment included in the order.
  • Transferable through valid negotiation, allowing for flexibility in transactions.
  • Facilitates commerce by providing a reliable method of credit and payment.

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