About the Book: Demonetization in the Detail
DEMONETIZATION IN THE DETAIL: The demonetization decision, announced by Prime
Minister Narendra Modi late on the evening of 8 November 2016 voiding the
high-value banknotes from the economy, seen in perspective, was one of the most
perplexing steps taken by any government since Independence. It set the stage
for a period of chaos, confusion and suffering. As the months went by and the
storm settled down, opinions were divided about the purpose and outcome of the
stunning step. This collection of essays is an attempt to record the turmoil in
all its dimensions. Different shades of opinion and views from