1974 “Planned Families – Food For All” Proof Set with Original Box

The 1974 “Planned Families – Food For All” Proof Set with Original Box is a landmark Indian commemorative coin set issued by the Bombay Mint on 15 August 1974. The set contains 10 proof coins ranging from 1 Paisa to ₹50, all bearing the special “B” mint mark and produced with a mirror-like proof finish. The theme promoted family planning and food security, reflecting India's developmental priorities of the era. Approximately 9,138 proof sets were sold, making complete sets with the original presentation box and certificate increasingly desirable among collectors.