Official Palette
Symbolism
Red represents progress and prosperity, and blue represents the eternal blue sky. The 'Soyombo' emblem is a geometric arrangement representing fire, sun, moon, earth, water, and the yin-yang symbol.
History
Adopted on February 12, 1992, following the democratic revolution. The socialist star was removed from the top of the Soyombo emblem in the current version.
Construction
A 1:2 ratio. A vertical tricolor of red, blue, and red with the Soyombo emblem in yellow centered in the hoist-side red band.
Color Meanings
red: Progress, prosperity, and national strength
blue: The eternal blue sky and national stability
yellow: The Soyombo emblem and prosperity
Country Facts
Flag Identification
- Adopted
- February 12, 1992
- Proportions
1:2
- Total Colors
- 4
- Primary Layout
- Vertical bands
- Key Symbols
- Emblem
Influences
Soyombo emblem (Buddhist and cosmic symbols)
Related flags
Flag Protocol
- The Soyombo emblem must be in yellow
- Soyombo must be positioned in the hoist-side red band
Practice
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