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Question
Write a short paragraph explaining to Roshan why the lions are shown on our currency notes. List at least one other object on which you see them.
Solution
The lions are part of the Lion Capital in Samath. These lions are shown on our currency notes in honour of one of the greatest kings of India, Ashoka, who built the Capital. Moreover, on independence, the lion was recognized as the national animal, so the notes also showed the Lion Capital.
Another object which has the lions are shown are the coins of our currency.
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