The logo of IGNCA, adopted from the famous Badami
ceiling, is a solar symbol representing light and movement and the interpenetration of
autonomous units. It shows four Svastikas intertwined together. The symbol represents the
cyclic path of time and seasons which reflects germination, growth and decay. The Svastika
is known to all ancient cultures of the world and has been found in Hesserik, Greek,
Indonesian, Chinese, Japanese, Iranian, Buddhist, Jain, Pueblo Indian, Mexican and
Malaysian traditions. The symbol has pervaded the Indian arts from Harappan seals to the
contemporary arts.