Buddhism : Important Symbols

Symbols in Buddhism play an important role in spreading the tenets and teachings of Lord Buddha. They are depicted from time to time in various pieces of Buddhist architecture, sculptures , paintings especially in Ashokan pillars.
Every symbol has unique meaning and observing them helps to understand Buddhism better.

VAIKOM SATYAGRAHA:

Vaikom Satyagraha rose from the ashes of Non-Cooperation movement(1920-22). It was a socio-religious movement started in Vaikom (Travancore-present day Kerala) against the upper class Hindus. […]