This article is about the emblem of the state of Punjab in India. For the emblem and flag of Punjab province in Pakistan, see Flag of Punjab, Pakistan.
The Emblem of Punjab is the official state emblem of the Indian state of Punjab and it is used as the official symbol of the Government of Punjab.[1][2][3]
The emblem of Punjab consists of the encircled Lion Capital of Ashoka (depicting ancient Ashoka-era heritage found at Sanghol[4]) with a Wheat stem above it and crossed Swords below it.[5] Around the lion capital is written the legend "Government of Punjab" in the English, Hindi and Punjabi languages.
Historical emblemsedit
During British rule in India, the undivided province of Punjab was granted a coat of arms. These arms consisted of a purple shield charged with a sun rising over five rivers in silver. The motto translated at "Let it grow from the rivers"[6] The name "Punjab" means land of five rivers.
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