Question

write a short note on Lion Capital​

Answer 1

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The symbol is recognised internationally as representing the Republic of India, and is found on all passports and other international documents. The Lion Capital has received its due attention too. After being removed from the Ashok Column, it has been housed in the Sarnath Museum since 1910

Answer 2

The Lion Capital of Ashoka is a sculpture of four Asiatic lions standing back to back, on an elaborate base that includes other animals. A graphic representation of it was adopted as the official Emblem of India in 1950