In many cities across the country, shopkeepers refuse to accept Rs 10 coins. These Rs 10 coins are in circulation, so there are provisions for strict punishment for refusing to accept them.
10 Rupees Coin: Shopkeepers in many cities of the country are reluctant to accept 10 Rupees coin. People give different arguments regarding these coins. Something similar is happening in Hyderabad as well. Most of the malls in Bhagyanagar do not accept 10 Rupees coin. Recently, Nilofer Cafe also refused to accept 10 Rupees coin. Shopkeepers say that no one is accepting 10 Rupees coin from us. However, 10 Rupees coin is in circulation and no one can refuse to accept it. Most people are not aware that refusing to accept the currency can lead to legal action. Let us tell you what action can be taken against the shopkeeper for refusing to accept 10 Rupees coin.
Why refuse to accept 10 rupee coin?
In many cities of the country, shopkeepers refuse to accept 10 rupee coin. This causes a lot of trouble to people. The reason behind not accepting coins is that the 10 rupee coin is fake or this coin is no longer in circulation. But, do you know that doing so is a legal offense. If someone refuses to accept a 10 rupee coin from you, then you complain about such people. They can also be punished for this crime.
You will get severe punishment for doing this
Sections 489A to 489E of the Indian Penal Code, counterfeit printing of notes or coins, circulation of fake notes or coins, refusal to accept real coins are crimes. Under these sections, there is a provision of imposing fine, imprisonment or both. If someone refuses to accept a coin from you, then you can take action against him with necessary evidence.
An FIR can be lodged against the person who refuses to accept coins (if the coin is in circulation). Action will be taken against him under the Indian Currency Act and sections of the IPC. A complaint can also be made to the Reserve Bank on this matter. After this… action can be taken against the shopkeeper or those who refuse to accept coins.
