National emblem row: Digging history and significance of the Lion Capital

The National Emblem is one of the most visible symbols of national identity, used as the seal of the Republic. It was adopted from the Lion Capital of one of the Ashoka Pillars on January 26, 1950

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday unveiled India’s national emblem cast on the roof of the new Parliament building. Opposition political parties criticised the expression of the four lions of the national emblem, alleging the government has violated the Constitution.

The government justified the cast saying it was done after research and a well-laid procedure. What follows is a brief explanation of the National Emblem.

What is the National Emblem?

The National Emblem is one of the most visible symbols of national identity and it is used as the seal of the Republic. It was adopted from the