The document discusses India's demonetization of 500 and 1000 rupee notes in November 2016. It provides background on previous demonetizations in India in 1946 and 1978. The goals of the 2016 policy were reducing black money, counterfeiting, and moving toward a cashless economy. The short-term cons included bank lines and cash shortages, while the long-term pros were expected to be greater transparency, reduced corruption, and a more digitized economy. The impact on money supply and demand in different sectors is discussed. Overall the advantages of demonetization are seen as outweighing the short-term difficulties.