The national flag of Bangladesh (Bengali: বাংলাদেশের জাতীয় পতাকা), known as the "Red and Green," is a simple yet powerful design. It features a green field with a red circle in the center. The green color symbolizes the lushness and vitality of the country, while the red circle represents the bloodshed and sacrifice of those who fought for Bangladesh's independence. The flag was officially adopted on January 17, 1972, when Bangladesh became an independent nation, and it continues to serve as a potent symbol of the country's history, its struggle for freedom from Pakistan, and its aspirations for peace and prosperity as a sovereign state.

Proportion:	3:5
Adopted:	January 17, 1972
Designed by:	Quamrul Hassan
Flag image:	Animated GIF (25 frames looped)
Flag emoji code:	🇧🇩

The emblem of Bangladesh features a rich and symbolic design. The golden-yellow emblem is centered around the national flower, the lotus, which symbolizes purity and the blossoming of the nation. Surrounding the lotus are sheaves of rice, representing the country's vital agriculture sector and the staple food of the population. The four golden stars above the emblem symbolize the four founding principles of the country's constitution: nationalism, socialism, democracy, and secularism. Together, the emblem encapsulates Bangladesh's cultural heritage, its commitment to agricultural prosperity, and its constitutional values, serving as a powerful representation of the nation's identity and aspirations.

Bangladesh, officially the People's Republic of Bangladesh, is a country in South Asia. Its capital is Dhaka, and its population is about 166.3 million (2021). According to its land borders, it borders with Myanmar and India.

COUNTRY PROFILE

Capital and largest city:	Dhaka
Other major city:	Chittagong
Official language:	Bengali
Region:	Southern Asia
Ethnic groups:	98% Bengalis, 2% minorities
Religions:	90% Islam (Official), 9.5% Hinduism, 0.6% Buddhism, 0.4% Christianity
Nationality name:	Bangladeshi
Area:	147,570 km² (56,980 sq mi)
Population:	166.3 million (2021)
Country codes:	BD, BGD (ISO 3166)
Internet Top-Level Domain:	.bd
Calling code:	+880