This podcast talks about how a thesis contributed towards the foundation of Reserve Bank Of India. Dr. B.R. Ambedkar's doctoral thesis, titled "The Problem of the Rupee: Its Origin and Its Solution", focused on the complexities of the Indian rupee's monetary policy and exchange rate during British colonial rule. He analyzed the historical context, the issues surrounding the gold standard and gold exchange standard, and proposed solutions for stabilizing the rupee. The thesis, completed in 1923, is considered a significant contribution to Indian economic thought and continues to be relevant for understanding India's monetary history