Summary: Hastings' economic reforms in Bengal were aimed at addressing issues related to currency. The value of copper was noted to be overvalued, leading to heavy losses for the natives. In an effort to stabilize currency, a plan for paper currency was proposed, and the establishment of a bank to issue notes and discount bills was suggested. Despite initial resistance, the bank's notes were eventually declared acceptable for government dues. Hastings also focused on the uniformity of currency, advocating for the establishment of a stable sicca rupee as the general currency of Bengal. Steps were taken towards recoinage, marking all future sicca rupees with one invariable date to facilitate the change of the entire currency. Overall, Hastings' economic measures aimed to ensure the stability and uniformity of currency to promote economic prosperity in Bengal.