The Academy insignia chosen in 1948 depicts its joint services character and was designed to develop and foster inter services camaraderie. The insignia underwent evolutionary changes between 1949-1956. On a maroon background the crest is composed of symbols representing the three services: the cross swords, the anchor and the Himalayan eagle surmounted by the Ashoka emblem.
The symbols respectively denote the Army's martial valour, stability and poise of the Navy and the aspirations of the Air Force to touch the skies with glory.
The Ashoka Emblem is symbolic of the new Republic and depicts the pride of the Services in serving the motherland. The scroll at the base epitomises the ideal of 'Seva Paramo Dharma' or 'Service Before Self' which is the quintessence of the concept of 'Nishkaam Karma' as derived from the Bhagavad Gita.
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