19 Flashcards
What does the flag of a country typically represent?
The history, uniqueness, and goals of the country.
What are the three colors of the Indian flag and what do they symbolize?
- Saffron: strength and courage
- White: peace
- Green: fertility, beauty, and richness of the land.
What is the Ashoka Chakra and where is it located on the Indian flag?
A navy-blue wheel with 24 spokes located at the center of the white stripe.
What is unique about the Vatican flag?
It is the oldest flag in the world, believed to have been created in 129 AD.
What does the red background of the Danish flag represent?
The battles fought by the Danish people.
How many countries have square flags?
Two countries.
What is the unique feature of the Nepalese flag?
It is not rectangular or square; it has two triangles.
What do the sun and moon symbols on the Nepalese flag signify?
That Nepal will stand as long as the sun and moon are shining.
What does Japan’s flag represent?
The ‘Land of the Rising Sun’ with a red circle in the middle.
What is the Japanese flag commonly called?
Hinomaru, meaning ‘Ball of the Sun’.
What are the two meanings of the red circle in the Bangladeshi flag?
- The sun rising over the country
- The blood of the people who fought for independence.
What does the dark-green background of the Bangladeshi flag represent?
The beauty of the land of Bangladesh.
Which countries have flags that are almost identical except for differences in size and colors?
- Monaco
- Poland
What is the color scheme of the Indian flag?
Saffron, white, and green.
Fill in the blank: The Indian flag is also called the _______.
Tiranga.
