Question

S1: The pillar at Sarnath is one of the best specimen of sculpture. S2: The Dharmachakra of the pillar at Sarnath is found on the Indian flag. Which of the following option is correct:

• A. S1: True; S2: True; S2 is the correct explanation for S2
• B. S1: True; S2: True; Both the statements are independent statements
• C. S1: True; S2: False
• D. S1: False; S2: True

Answer 1

The correct option is B S1: True; S2: True; Both the statements are independent statements

The Pillar erected at Sarnath is one of the most important pillar inscriptions. The lion capital consists of four lions facing in four different directions. Under this, are the carvings of an elephant, a horse, a lion, and a bullock. The Dharmachakra is carved under every lion. The Lion Capital found at the top, is the national emblem of India. The Dharmachakra found on this pillar is present in the Indian Flag.