Flag of Pakistan Facts for Kids

Quick facts for kids
Pakistan


Name	Sabz Hilali Parcham and Parcham-e-Sitāra-o-Hilāl
Use	State and war flag moon and stars
Proportion	2:3
Adopted	August 11, 1947
Design	A white star and crescent on a dark green field, with a vertical white stripe at the hoist


Variant flag of Pakistan
Use	Civil ensign
Proportion	2:3
Design	A red field with the national flag in the canton.


Variant flag of Pakistan
Use	Naval ensign
Proportion	1:2
Design	A lengthened version of the national flag.

The national flag of Pakistan is a very important symbol for the country. It was designed by Syed Amir uddin Kedwaii. Pakistan adopted this flag on August 11, 1947. This was just a few days before Pakistan became an independent nation.

People sometimes call the flag Parcham-e-Sitāra-o-Hilāl in Urdu. This name means "Flag of the Crescent and Star."

The National Flag of Pakistan
Related pages
Images for kids
See also

The National Flag of Pakistan

What the Flag Looks Like

The flag of Pakistan has a dark green background. This green color covers most of the flag. On the left side, there is a vertical white stripe. This stripe goes from the top to the bottom of the flag.

In the middle of the green part, there is a white crescent moon. Next to the moon, there is a white five-pointed star. These symbols are very important to the flag's meaning.

The Meaning Behind the Symbols

Each part of the Pakistani flag has a special meaning. The large dark green part of the flag stands for the Muslim majority in Pakistan. This shows that most people in Pakistan are Muslims.

The white stripe on the left side represents the other communities in Pakistan. This includes Christians and people of other faiths. It shows that everyone, no matter their religion, is part of Pakistan.

The white crescent moon on the flag stands for progress. It means that Pakistan is always moving forward and growing. The white five-pointed star represents light and knowledge. It symbolizes a bright future and the importance of learning.

How the Flag Was Adopted

The flag was officially adopted by the Constituent Assembly of Pakistan. This happened on August 11, 1947. This date was very close to Pakistan's Independence Day. The flag's design was based on an older flag. This older flag belonged to the All-India Muslim League.