- It was unveiled by UK Chancellor Rishi Sunak. The final design of the coin was selected by him.
- This is the 1st time the country has released a coin on Mahatma Gandhi and it is the 1st time that Mahatma Gandhi is commemorated on an official UK coin.
- The designer of the coin is Heena Glover.
- The Lotus flower image is showcased on the coin.
- The quote ‘My life is my message’ goes with the coin and it is available in gold and silver forms.
- Static Part:
- Capital of UK: London
- Currency of UK: Pound Sterling
- PM of UK: Borris Johnson
Question:
Q.1 UK unveiled a new 5-pound commemorative coin to honour the life and legacy of _____ during this Diwali?
a. Mother Teresa
b. Mahatma Gandhi
c. Jawaharlal Nehru
d. Nelson Mandela
a. Mother Teresa
b. Mahatma Gandhi
c. Jawaharlal Nehru
d. Nelson Mandela