Historical Background of Credit in India: Evolution from Traditional Lending to Digital Innovation
Introduction The concept of credit in India has a rich and ancient history, tracing back nearly 4,000 years. Evidence suggests that loans were prevalent during the Vedic period (circa 2000–1400 BCE), while rudimentary forms of banking existed as early as 500 BCE. Over the centuries, India’s credit landscape has undergone remarkable transformations, evolving from informal…




