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    Flag of Bangladesh

    Flag of Bangladesh
    A red disc slightly offset to the hoist on a green field.
    Country
    Bangladesh
    Capital
    Dhaka
    Continent
    Asia
    Adopted
    1972
    Colours
    Green, Red

    What does the flag of Bangladesh mean?

    The green field represents the lush landscape of Bangladesh, while the red disc symbolises the sun rising over Bengal and the blood of those who fought for the nation's independence.

    Colours and what they stand for

    • Green

      The lushness of the country's landscape.

    • Red

      The sun rising over Bengal, and the blood of those who died for independence.

    History

    Adopted in 1972, this flag is based on a similar design used during the Bangladesh Liberation War of 1971, which featured a map of the country inside the disc.

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