Ashokan pillar in Sarnath has 4 lions on top of it. Lord Buddha gave his first teaching in Sarnath. The four lions are related to Buddhism and signify peace and friendship. During our battle for independence Buddhist ideas of non-violence inspired our struggle. These lions on our symbol signify truth, peace, friendliness and also remind us of our great culture.

We can see this symbol on the emblem of Supreme Court of India, CBI, Police and almost all government departments.

NOTE: The symbol of four lions has been adopted as the National emblem of India and is used in all government offices. Its motto is Satyamev Jayate which means truth always triumph.