Saraswati...The goddess of Knowledge and Arts...she is typically adorned in a white saree, white being the symbol of purity. In one hand she holds the Vedic scriptures; a vast treasure of academic transcripts, invoking the academic souls...and in the other hand she holds a quill pen/brush inspiring the writers and the painters. She stands in a delicate dance pose and plays the Veena...inspiring those who are inclined towards Performing arts. Standing guard is the peacock, a metaphorical representation of the Goddess... and also a fine specimen of nature's intricately beautiful artistry! The swaying lotus motifs create a semblance of melody and harmony...