This 50 Paise commemorative coin was issued in 1973 for circulation. The Obverse face of the coin bears the Lion Capitol of Ashoka Pillar with the legend “सत्यमेव जयते " inscribed below, flanked on the left periphery with the word “भारत" and “पैसे” in Devnagri and on the right periphery flanked with the word “INDIA” and “Paise” in English. It also bears the denominational value "50" in International Numerals below the Lion Capitol.
The reverse of the coin bears the Inscription “अधिक अन्न उगाओ” in devnagiri and Grow More Food in English on the shield within wheat ears. The Year 1973 is shown below the Image in International Numerals.
“Grow More Food” commemorative coins of 50 paise are issued by Mumbai and Kolkata mints. This coin is made of Copper-Nickel. The diameter of this coin is 24 mm and weighs 5 grams.
The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO), is a specialized agency of the United Nations that leads international efforts to defeat hunger. Serving both developed and developing countries, FAO acts as a neutral forum where all nations meet as equals to negotiate agreements and debate policy. Grow more food campaign is a simple but effective way to help thousands of farmers improve their standard of living. With greater production farmers can give their families a better life. Not only are they food secure, they can also sell excess produce into the local markets. The money raised can then be used to pay for the health and education of their family.
