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The national flag was designed by Syed Ameer uddin kidwai
and was based on the original flag of the Muslim League. It was
adopted by the Constituent Assemblyon August 11, 1947, just days
before independence.The flag is referred to in the national anthem
as Parcham-e-Sitāra-o-Hilāl in Urdu (lit. Flag of the Crescent and
Star). The flag comprises a dark green field, representing the
Muslim majority of Pakistan, with a vertical white stripe in the hoist,
representing religious minorities.In the centre is a white crescent
moon, representing progress, and a white five-pointed star,
representing light and knowledge.The flag symbolizes Pakistan’s
commitment to Islam, the Islamic world and the rights of religious
minorities.The flag is flown on several important days of the year
including Republic Day and Independence Day.The flag is also
flown on the residences and motor vehicles of many public officials
including the President and the Prime Minister.
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