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Ashoka chose the lion as his emblem to symbolize strength, power, and authority. The Lion Capital of Ashoka, featuring four lions standing back-to-back, represents the ideals of courage and sovereignty, reflecting his commitment to leadership and protection of his empire. Additionally, the lion is associated with Buddhism, representing the Buddha as the "Lion of the Shakyas," signifying the spread of Buddhist values and principles throughout his reign.
It is taken from the Lions capital of Ashoka and having presence on various edicts of Ashoka. It has replaced pre independence charakha on the national flag. It has 24 spokes.
If you look at the Ashoka pillar at Sarnath (or a picture of it) you will find the capital of the pillar has 4 lions sitting back to back. The lion represents the attainment of Buddha-hood. The four lions surmounting the capital symbolize the kingship of the Buddha and his roar over the four directions. The four lions (one hidden from view) represent Power, Courage, Pride and Confidence. There is also a non-religious interpretation to the symbol, describing the four lions as the symbol of Ashoka rule in four directions. Just like Buddha, his follower Ashoka wanted to spread the message of peace and friendship. Similarly India after she gained independence wanted to spread the same message. So India adopted the emblem of 4 lions after she gained independence. That is why the emblem is used on indian currencies.
Yes, there is an elephant. But, it is not the main creature. The emblem mainly consists of three Lion heads. Below the three lions, on a circular platform-like base, four small animals- elephant, horse, bull and lion are engraved and are separated by 4 wheels known as Dharma Chakras. The Elephant is to signify the East, bull- West, horse-South and Lion- North.
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The wheel in Ashoka's Lion Capital symbolizes the Dharmachakra, or Wheel of Law, representing Buddhism and the teachings of the Buddha. It signifies Ashoka's commitment to upholding these principles and promoting peace, harmony, and righteousness throughout his empire.
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King Ashoka had the lion capital at sarnath carved and its stambha raised some time around 250bce.
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The lions in the lion capital symbolize strength, power, and majesty. They also represent the ancient symbol of the lion-as-guardian, signifying protection and authority.
The king Ashoka ruled from 273 BC to 232 BC. His capital was Palaliputra.
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It is taken from the Lions capital of Ashoka and having presence on various edicts of Ashoka. It has replaced pre independence charakha on the national flag. It has 24 spokes.
1. Lion is a symbol of victory and four lions meanse victory over four directions east, west, south and north of Ashoka the great. Also Ashoka the great was called a chakravartin or a great emepror over all directions. 2.Lion may be also the symbol of mightyness and bravery.
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