Official Palette
Symbolism
The green field represents the Muslim majority, while the white vertical stripe at the hoist represents religious minorities. The crescent and star represent progress and light, central symbols of Islam.
History
Adopted on August 11, 1947, just days before independence. The design is based on the flag of the All-India Muslim League.
Construction
A 2:3 ratio. A green field with a white vertical band at the hoist, and a large white crescent and five-pointed star centered in the green portion.
Color Meanings
green: The Muslim majority and prosperity
white: Religious minorities and peace
Country Facts
- Population
- 259.3M
5.2% of Asia
- Capital
- Islamabad
- Languages
- English, Urdu
- Continent
- Asia
- Subregion
- South Asia
- Landlocked
- No
- Borders
- ISO 3166-1
- PK
Flag Identification
- Adopted
- August 11, 1947
- Designer
- Amiruddin Kidwai
- Proportions
2:3 (≈1.500)
- Total Colors
- 2
- Key Symbols
- Crescent, Emblem, Stars
Influences
Flag of the All-India Muslim League
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Flag Protocol
- The white band must always be at the hoist side
- The crescent and star must be tilted at a specific angle
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