How Many Lions are Present in The Indian National Emblem

Introduction

In the original, four lions are mounted back to back on a circular abacus, which is supported by a bell-shaped lotus. The abacus frieze features sculptures in high relief of an elephant, a galloping horse, a bull, and a lion divided by Dharma chakras.

1. Emblem

An emblem is "a heraldic instrument or symbolic object used as a unique insignia of a nation, organisation, or family." A nation's national emblem is a seal that is used for official functions and demands the highest regard and devotion. It is a symbol of authority and the cornerstone of a nation's constitutional ideals. Madhav Sawhney accepted the Indian National Emblem on January 26, 1950. The National Emblem of India may be used exclusively in line with the conditions of the State Emblem of India (Prohibition of Improper Use) Act-2005, as well as any unauthorised use is punishable by law.

2. Facts About the National Emblem of India

• Emperor Ashoka built the Ashoka Pillar, which features four reclining lions signifying power, fearlessness, bravery, and dignity.

• Other creatures depicted on the pillar include horses, bulls, elephants, and lions.

• The elephant represents Buddha's beginning (the dream by Buddha's mother of a white elephant entering her womb at the moment of Buddha's conception). Local artisans crafted all of the Ashoka Pillars out of stone from Mathura and Chunar.

• The bull represents Buddha's Zodiac sign, Taurus.

• The horse represents Buddha's mount, which he used to leave the palace.

• The lion represents enlightenment.

• Artisans and craftsmen crafted all of the Ashoka Pillars out of stone from Chunar and Mathura.

• Each pillar, which stands 40 to 50 feet tall and weighs up to 50 tonnes, was dragged to the location where it was raised.

• Only six pillars have animal capitals, and nineteen have inscriptions.

• The carvings on the pillars contained moral proclamations based on Buddhist ideas.

• Below the National Emblem, is imprinted the motto "Satyameva Jayate" (Truth Alone Triumphs). The slogan "Satyameva Jayate" is a phrase from the Mundaka Upanishad, the final section of the sacred Hindu Vedas.

• The National Emblem is the official seal of the President of India, as well as the Central and State Governments, and is an indispensable element of the Government of India's official letterhead.

• The national symbol appears on all Indian currencies and the national passport of the Republic of India.

• The Indian Police Service (IPS) officers wear the state emblem on their headgear.

• The fourth lion was deleted from the insignia's two-dimensional depiction on the initial edition of the Indian Constitution.

• Members of Parliament (MPs) may also use the state crest on their business cards and letterheads.

The National Emblem can be seen in the following public spaces:

• The Rashtrapati Bhawan

• Supreme Court, Buildings of Parliament House, and Central Secretariat

• Raj Niwas or Raj Bhawan

• High Courts of the State Legislature

• Secretariat structures of states or union territories

• The location of India's diplomatic mission overseas.

• Residences of Heads of Mission in the countries where they are accredited

• At the front doors of buildings occupied by India's Consulates around the world

3. National Emblem & The Ashoka Pillar

The National Emblem of India is an alternate rendition of Ashoka's Lion Capital at Sarnath, which is housed in the Sarnath Museum. The Ashoka pillars are a series of columns built by the Mauryan monarch Ashoka during his reign in the third century BC, mostly throughout North India. The national emblem, which has been authorised by the Government of India, only shows three lions; the fourth lion is hidden from the front view since it is sitting back.

4. Conclusion

The Ashoka pillar was erected by Emperor Ashoka and features four reclining lions representing strength, valour, conviction, and glory. horses, bulls, elephants, and lions are among the other animals painted on the pillar. Only in compliance with the State Emblem of India (Prohibition of Improper Use) Act-2005 may the national emblem be used. The National Emblem appears on all Indian currency and the National Passport of the Republic of India. The national emblem, which has been authorised by the Government of India, has just three lions. The fourth lion was deleted from the insignia's two-dimensional depiction on the initial edition of the Indian Constitution.