Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC): Critical Issues and the Indian Perspective

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Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC): Critical Issues and the Indian Perspective

This paper discusses the opportunities and challenges arising from the adoption of CBDCs at the conceptual level and specifically in the Indian context.

By Priyadarshini D.

Published on Sep 27, 2021

Institute of Economic Growth

About the Author

Priyadarshini D.

Former Associate Fellow, Carnegie India

Priyadarshini D. was an associate fellow with Carnegie India’s Technology and Society Program.

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