This document discusses India's demonetization of 500 and 1000 rupee banknotes in November 2016. It provides background on demonetization, details the announcement and timeline of events. Key points include Prime Minister Modi announcing the withdrawal of the banknotes on November 8th, the process for exchanging the old notes, limits on withdrawals and cash exchanges, exceptions made for certain industries, and both pros and cons of the policy change. The demonetization aimed to curb corruption and black money, but also caused short-term hardship and economic issues as 85% of currency was removed from circulation overnight.