Flag of Madagascar
Flag NameFlag of Madagascar
Country NameMadagascar
ISO 3166-1 alpha-2MG
Date Adopted1958-10-14
Adoption Statusofficial
Flag Typenational
Aspect Ratio2:3
Primary Colorswhite, red, green
Symbolism DescriptionThe white represents purity and the traditional colors of the Merina kingdom. The red symbolizes sovereignty and the traditional colors of the Merina kingdom. The green represents hope and the coastal peoples, as well as the Hova, the largest class of commoner farmers who played a significant role in anti-French movements. The colors collectively represent the history of Madagascar and its traditional social classes.
Symbolism Categorieshistory
Description
The flag of Madagascar features a vertical white band on the hoist side, and two horizontal bands, red on top and green on the bottom, on the fly side.
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