Know About the State Symbols of Punjab

State symbols are pictorial representations of a state chosen by its inhabitants and legislature. Symbols often include animals, plants, rocks, and even articles of clothing. The Government of Punjab has picked animals and plants native to the state as symbols of the region. The emblem of Punjab features swords, wheat stem, and the Lion Capital of Ashoka. Let’s take a closer look to understand other symbols or emblems of the region. 

Punjab State Symbols

The Punjab State Government has disclosed three symbols that can be used to symbolise the state in inappropriate places and on proper occasions. The state animal, bird, and tree categorise Punjab’s policy and tell us about its richness and qualities.

The Emblem of Punjab

The capital’s four lions, united back to back, represent the importance of equality and fairness in all aspects of life. Since Buddha is depicted as a lion, the four lions also represent Buddha’s four fundamental spiritual ideas. 

The three lions on the National Emblem’s portrayal of the capital symbolise Strength, Courage, and Confidence. It also denotes unwavering alertness in all four directions. The cylinder foundation beneath the lions adds to the meaning. The central circular wheel is a Buddhist Dharma Chakra known as the Ashok Chakra, named after the emperor who popularised it. 

The Punjab Emblem is the official state emblem of Punjab, India, and serves as the official symbol of the Punjab government. The ringed Lion Capital of Ashoka (old Ashoka-era heritage at Sanghol) is surrounded by a Wheat stem above it and crossed Swords below it. The legend “Government of Punjab” is written in English, Hindi, and Punjabi around the lion capital.

State Animal: Blackbuck

Punjab’s state animal is known as the blackbuck. The blackbuck deer, a species on the edge of extinction, is the main attraction at Abohar Wildlife Sanctuary. The blackbuck can be found in open woodlands, semi-desert environments, and thorny or dry deciduous forests. They are commonly found in regions with grassland and open woods. 

Although mating can occur at any time of year, the blackbuck’s reproductive season is from March to April and August to October. The males occupy territories that might vary in size and proximity to neighbouring regions.

State Bird: Northern Goshawk

The Northern Goshawk is the state bird of Punjab. The Northern Goshawk’s habitat and habits. They prefer deciduous, coniferous, and mixed forests to wooded areas. 

An adult male Northern Goshawk is between 45 and 60 cm long, whereas the length of a female is between 55 and 70 cm. Adults typically feature a black or dark brown cap. Their backs, tops of wings, and heads are often dark brown with a black look. Legs are yellowish in hue, short and muscular. 

The state bird’s nesting and breeding season lies between March and June. The nest is along the trunk of a medium-sized tree and near roads and meadows. The bird lines its nest with leafy green twigs, conifer needles, pieces of bark, and twigs.

State Flower: Gladiolus

Gladiolus is the state flower of Punjab. It derives its name from the Latin word ‘gladius’, which means sword, used to describe the shape of its leaves. It is also known as the ‘sword lily’. These flowers bloom from October through March and are found in various colours like pink, purple, red, and white. They do not produce any fruit and are poisonous to consume.

State Tree: Sheesham

Punjab’s state tree is the Shisham. Shisham (Dalbergia sissoo), also known as Indian Rosewood or Sissoo, is a deciduous tree native to Punjab, Haryana, and parts of India, Pakistan, and Nepal. It grows predominantly along river banks below 900 metres in elevation, but it can grow up to 1300 metres in the wild. 

The tall tree thrives on fertile riverbanks and can resist harsh weather. The temperature in its natural range is 10-40 degrees Celsius, but it can swing from just below freezing to nearly 50 degrees. It can tolerate up to 2000 mm of normal rainfall and 3-4 months of severe drought.

Conclusion

Many states have their own state symbols, which usually represent plants, animals, or even works of art that are significant to the area. The state symbols of Punjab are described in this article.