Ashoka, fondly called by people as Ashoka the Great, was an Indian Emperor of the Maurya Dynasty, who ruled almost all of the Indian subcontinent from c.Built-in 250 BC, the pillar is also called Aśoka Column and stands strong even today.The Lion Capital is a sculpture which was first erected at the top of the Aśoka pillar at Sarnath, which is an important Buddhist site, as this is believed to be the place where Siddhārtha Gautama (Gautama Buddha) first taught the Dharma, and Buddhist Sangha came into existence through the enlightenment of Kondanna.In Buddhism, the animals represent four phases of Buddha’s life and in Hinduism, it is said to depict the reign of emperor Ashoka in the four geographical directions and the wheel means his enlightened rule.Īlso read: The National Anthem Of India – How’s It Different From The National Song History There are other versions of the symbol as well.The motto ‘Satyameva Jayate’ inscribed below the emblem, which is a quote from Mundaka Upanishad in Devanagari script and means truth alone triumphs. The abacus rests on a lotus in full bloom, which means fountainhead (creativity/fullness) of life.
It also provides the teaching of always moving forward in life. The Dharma Chakra features right below the four lions, has 24 spokes which represent 24 hours in a day, signifying that time cannot be bounded and its passage is inevitable.The Bull represents hard work and steadfastness, Elephant represents strength, Lion represents bravery and the Horse represents loyalty, speed, and energy.It stands on a circular abacus which is girded by four smaller animals, which is symbolic of guardians of the four directions- the lion of the north, the elephant of the east, the horse of the south, and the bull of the west. The National Emblem has four lions (one hidden from view) and symbolizes power, courage, and confidence.This symbol was officially adapted from Ashoka’s Lion Capital situated at Sarnath, UP, and is the pride of every Indian.Ī symbol of the country’s integrity and sovereignty, here is the history and significance of India’s National Emblem. The National Emblem of India holds a special place, both in the history and the present of India, and it was on January 26, 1950, the historic moment when India became a republic.
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