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Emblem of Punjab, India
| Emblem of Punjab | |
|---|---|
| Armiger | The Government of Punjab |
| Crest | Wheat stem |
| Blazon | Lion Capital of Ashoka |
| Supporters | Crossed talwar swords |
| Motto | Govt. Punjab |
The Emblem of Punjab is the official state emblem of Punjab state in India and is used as the official symbol of the Government of Punjab.[1][2][3]
Design[edit]
The emblem of Punjab consists of the encircled Lion Capital of Ashoka (ancient Ashoka-era heritage 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 emblems[edit]
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.
Coat of Arms of Punjab Province (British India)
Emblem of the former Patiala and East Punjab States Union
Government banner[edit]
The government of Punjab can be represented by a banner depicting the emblem of the state on a white background.[7]
Banner of Punjab
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Former princely states in Punjab[edit]
See also[edit]
References[edit]
- ↑ "List of Indian States and their Symbols". Jagran Josh. 2017-08-14. Retrieved 2020-03-09.
- ↑ "Symbols of Indian States". Study & Score. Retrieved 2020-03-09.
- ↑ Sura, Ajay. "Stop use of national emblem on letterheads, Punjab and Haryana HC tells its senior administration staff". The Times of India. Retrieved 2020-03-09.
- ↑ "A treasure from the past". The Tribune. 2008-02-10. Retrieved 2020-09-08.
- ↑ "Interesting and Important Facts about Punjab". Day Today GK. 2016-05-02. Retrieved 2020-03-09.
- ↑ "PUNJAB". www.hubert-herald.nl.
- ↑ "Vexilla Mundi". www.vexilla-mundi.com.
