Q. Which of the following was adopted from the Maurya dynasty in the emblem of Government of India ?

A
Horse
B
Words Satyameva Jayate
C
Four lions
D
Chariot Wheel
Solution:
  • The National Emblem of India is based on the Lion Capital of the Ashoka Pillar in Sarnath, U.P.

  • It is the graphical representation of Lion Capital that is ornamented on top of Ashoka Pillar.

  • It was adopted on 26 January 1950 when India became Republic i.e. when the Constitution came into force.

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