Ganesh and swaztika?

Question

Im confused, why does ganesh have the swaztika symbols shown on the video below?

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LCC0kXS-Y_Y

Answer 1

Some more information in addition to vakayil's answer

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Swastika

Answer 2

The swastika is considered extremely holy and auspicious by all Hindus, and is regularly used to decorate items related to Hindu culture. It is used in all Hindu yantras and religious designs. Throughout the subcontinent of India, it can be seen on the sides of temples, religious scriptures, gift items, and letterheads. The Hindu god Ganesh is often shown sitting on a lotus flower on a bed of swastikas.

Answer 3

The Swastika is an ancient symbol in Hinduism and Buddhism. It was basically stolen by Hitler and it's a symbol of Nazism in the West, but in India and many other parts of Asia, its foremost meaning is that of good luck, and it has no negative stigma.