The 5 Taka banknote issued in 2009 is part of Bangladesh’s modern currency series, designed to honor national heritage and facilitate everyday transactions. The obverse features the portrait of Sheikh Mujibur Rahman, the Father of the Nation. The reverse displays the iconic Jatiyo Sangsad Bhaban (National Parliament House), an architectural masterpiece designed by Louis Kahn, symbolizing Bangladesh’s political strength and democracy. This note is notable for its blend of cultural imagery and security features.
Obverse
Kusumbag Mosque in Rajshahi at right.
Script: Bengali
Lettering:
বাংলাদেশ ব্যাংক
চাহিবা মাত্র ইহার বাহককে
পাঁচ টাকা
দিতে বাধ্য থাকিবে
গণপ্রজাতন্ত্রী বাংলাদেশদেশ সরকারের
দায়িত্বে প্রবর্তিত
গভর্নর
Translation: Bangladesh Bank, Five Taka, Governor
Reverse
Riverfront industrial scene.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
BANGLADESH BANK
FIVE TAKA
Watermark
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Features
| Issuer | Bangladesh |
|---|---|
| Issuing bank | Bangladesh Bank (বাংলাদেশ ব্যাংক) |
| Ruling authority | People’s Republic (1971-date) |
| Type | Standard circulation banknotes |
| Years | 2006-2009 |
| Value | 5 Taka 5 BDT = GBP 0.030 |
| Currency | Taka (1972-date) |
| Composition | Paper |
| Size | 119 × 62 mm |
| Shape | Rectangular |
