The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) manages the forex reserves on behalf of the Indian government

India's forex reserves are primarily composed of foreign currency assets (FCAs)

Gold is another important component of India's forex reserves

India also holds Special Drawing Rights (SDRs) with the International Monetary Fund (IMF).

The level of India's forex reserves fluctuates over time

Forex reserves act as a buffer against external shocks

India's forex reserves are a source of confidence for foreign investors.

The RBI uses forex reserves to manage the exchange rate

The adequacy of forex reserves is a matter of debate

The RBI publishes data on India's forex reserves every week.