National Emblem
 The National Emblem of India is a replica of the Lion of Sarnath, near Varanasi in Uttar Pradesh. The Lion Capital was erected in the third century BC by Emperor Ashoka to mark the spot where Buddha first proclaimed his gospel of peace .The National emblem is thus symbolic of India's reaffirmation of its ancient commitment to world peace and goodwill.
 The four lions, one hidden from view, rest on a circular abacus, and symbolize power, courage and confidence. The abacus is girded by four smaller animals that guard the four directions.
- The lion of the north
- The elephant of the east
- The horse of the south
- The bull of the west
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The abacus rests on a lotus in full bloom, exemplifying the fountainhead of life and creative inspiration. The motto Satyameva Jayathe inscribed below the emblem, in Devanagari script, means Truth Alone Triumphs.
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