RBI has mentioned a special security feature of Rs 500 note, with the help of which real and fake notes can be identified. Know what Microlettering is, where it is present in the note and what things should be kept in mind to avoid fake notes.
In the digital era, where technology is progressing rapidly, fraudsters are also targeting people by adopting new methods. The threat of fake notes has not completely ended even today. Many times such notes reach people without their knowledge, which are not easy to identify. In such a situation, Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has shared an important information regarding Rs 500 note, through which common people can easily differentiate between real and fake notes.
RBI told about special security feature of Rs 500 note
RBI has shared a post on its official social media platform X explaining the easy way to identify the genuine Rs 500 note. The central bank has highlighted through a picture that part of the note where Microlettering i.e. security identification written in very small letters is present.
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According to RBI, with the help of this security feature it can be very easy to identify genuine and fake notes. If this microlettering is not clearly visible on a note, it is important to examine it carefully.
The identity of the real note is hidden in microlettering
According to the Reserve Bank, microlettering in the Rs 500 note is an important security feature. If you look at it carefully, you can see some special words written in very small letters.
- “Bharat” and “INDIA” are written on Mahatma Gandhi’s shawl fold.
- “RBI” microlettering appears on the frames of Mahatma Gandhi’s spectacles.
- “RBI500INDIA” microlettering is present on the left side of the note.
These safety signs may be difficult to see with the normal eye, but can be easily seen with the help of a magnifying glass or the zoom of a mobile camera.
What to do if there is doubt about the note?
RBI has appealed to the people that if there is any doubt about the authenticity of any Rs 500 note, then check it on the basis of official security features. Information about all the security features related to the note is also available on the official website of RBI. The most effective way to avoid fake notes is awareness. If every person learns to recognize the major security features of notes, then fraud through fake notes can be prevented to a great extent. A few seconds of checking while taking Rs 500 note can save you from huge financial loss. Therefore, next time before accepting any note, please check the security features mentioned by RBI.