CAUSE
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“Why is the rupee not a global reserve currency?”
The Indian rupee is not a global reserve currency because its limited convertibility and foreign exchange restrictions prevent widespread international use in trade and finance.
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Despite India's growing economy and foreign exchange reserves reaching $725.727 billion in February 2026, the rupee's limited convertibility and regulatory restrictions constrain its use in global transactions compared to the U.S. dollar and euro.
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