The correct answer is option 1, Ashoka. The Government of India has borrowed and adopted its symbols from the emperor Ashoka. Ashoka was a prominent ruler of the Maurya Empire who reigned from 268 to 232 BCE. He was known for his conversion to Buddhism and his efforts to spread the teachings of Buddha throughout his empire. The symbols associated with Ashoka, such as the Ashoka Chakra (wheel of law) and the Lion Capital, have been used by the Government of India as national symbols. The Ashoka Chakra is part of the Indian national flag and represents righteousness, progress, and movement. The Lion Capital, which features four lions standing back to back, is the national emblem of India and is displayed on official documents and government buildings.