This document summarizes Accounting Standard 11 on the effects of changes in foreign exchange rates issued by the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India. The standard applies to firms conducting foreign currency transactions or translating financial statements of foreign operations. It defines key terms and outlines how to recognize exchange differences arising from foreign currency transactions and operations. Specifically, it states that exchange differences should be recognized as income or expenses in the period they arise, with some exceptions for non-integral foreign operations. The standard also provides guidance on forward exchange contracts and disclosure requirements in financial statements.