The document discusses India's demonetization of 2016. It provides background on demonetization, noting that India previously demonetized currency in 1946 and 1978. It summarizes the key events of November 2016, when ₹500 and ₹1000 notes were withdrawn from circulation. The major aim of demonetization was to make India a cashless society. The document outlines the percentage share of currency denominations before demonetization and discusses the causes, pros, and cons of the policy change. It analyzes the impact on money supply, demand, prices, GDP, and the growth of digital transactions. While demonetization may slow growth initially, the long-term benefits of increased transparency and tax revenues are presented