06/09/2025
Indian Penal Code (IPC)
Section 2 of the State Emblem of India (Prohibition of Improper Use) Act, 2005: Restricts the use of the State Emblem of India (Lion Capital of Ashoka) for commercial or unauthorized purposes.
Section 3: Only government-authorized bodies can use the State Emblem officially. Unauthorized use in private or religious places may invite penalties.
IPC Section 295–298: Protects religious sentiments; if installation of an emblem is perceived as hurting religious feelings, it may attract legal action.