Welcome to the first official episode of The Power of Paisa, today I am joined by the awesome Dr Priya Atwal and we're looking at the Muslim wife of Maharaja Ranjit Singh, Moran Sarkar. Perhaps her captivating beauty earns a place on the rupee?
And as a surprise second choice, Guru Nanak is also featured - maybe it's time he returned to the rupee?

Welcome to the first official episode of The Power of Paisa, today I am joined by the awesome Dr Priya Atwal and we're looking at the Muslim wife of Maharaja Ranjit Singh, Moran Sarkar. Perhaps her captivating beauty earns a place on the rupee? And as a surprise second choice, Guru Nanak is also featured - maybe it's time he returned to the rupee?

Welcome to the first official episode of The Power of Paisa, today I am joined by the awesome Dr Priya Atwal and we're looking at the Muslim wife of Maharaja Ranjit Singh, Moran Sarkar. Perhaps her captivating beauty earns a place on the rupee?
And as a surprise second choice, Guru Nanak is also featured - maybe it's time he returned to the rupee?&nbsp;
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The Dancing Peacock and The Humble Guru

This is the an MA Public History project undertaken for Royal Holloway, University of London. 

Ever wondered about India's history outside of Independence? Ever wanted to learn beyond the scope of Gandhi and his non-violent philosophy? 
It's difficult when his face is literally EVERYWHERE, but other significant, historical figures are not given the same attention.
The Power of Paisa presents a refreshing outlook on the various historical figures associated with India, and asking the question: who else should be on the rupee note?

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This is the an MA Public History project undertaken for Royal Holloway, University of London. Ever wondered about India's history outside of Independence? Ever wanted to learn beyond the scope of Gandhi and his non-violent philosophy? It's difficult when his face is literally EVERYWHERE, but other significant, historical figures are not given the same attention. The Power of Paisa presents a refreshing outlook on the various historical figures associated with India, and asking the question: who else should be on the rupee note?

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