What is denoted by the term nishka, which meant an ornament in the Vedic period? (UPSC Prelims 1993)

Q. What is denoted by the term nishka, which meant an ornament in the Vedic period? (UPSC Prelims 1993)
Answer: coin
Notes: Nishka is the word used to refer an ornament in Vedic period. But in later times it is referred to represent a coin majorly gold coin.

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