dharmacakra

Also known as Dharma-Wheel, wheel of Dharma, Dharmačakra, Dharma chakra, Dharma Chakra, dharma chakra, Dharma wheel

thumb|The ancient Dharmachakra symbol used by Emperor Ashoka.

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Etymology
History and usage
Buddhist usage and significance
Buddha Dhamma and its modern Indian usage
Other uses and similar symbols
Gallery
Historical and archeological examples
Contemporary examples
National flags and official symbolism
Notes
References
Sources
Further reading
External links

thumb|The ancient Dharmachakra symbol used by Emperor Ashoka.

The dharmachakra (Sanskrit: धर्मचक्र, ) or wheel of dharma is a symbol used in the Dharmic religions. It has a widespread use in Buddhism. In Hinduism, the symbol is particularly used in places that underwent religious transformation. The symbol also finds its usage in modern India.