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Meaning of the Flag

The national flag of Mauritius, also known as The Four Bands (Les Quatre Bandes), was adopted upon independence, 12 March 1968. It consists of four horizontal bands of equal width, coloured (from top to bottom) red, blue, yellow, and green.

Meaning of Flag Colors

Red, Blue, Green, Yellow

Flag History

1. 1965
   In an attempt to unite the nation, especially following the deadly and divisive riots of 1965 and those of 1968, the colours also have political origins.
2. Present
   

   Current national flag.

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