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Bangladeshi Taka (Currency)

‘Takha’ is the national currency of Bangladesh, and money is often simply referred to as ‘takha’. The ‘taka’ was founded as a currency by Muhammad bin Tughluq, ruler of the Tughluq dynasty, which governed most of the Indian subcontinent, including Bangladesh. The Bangladeshi Taka is therefore a legacy of the

  • Bish takhar mal – 20 taka worth of materials.
  • Ḍam ṭaki focchish takha khomaise – 25 taka was reduced from the price.

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