14 August 1947 (the eve of independence, 79 years).
Designed byAmiruddin Kidwai, based on the Muslim League flag (1947).
Design & Symbolism
Specs plus what each color and emblem means on this flag — tap an element to reveal its meaning.
Proportions
2:3
Shape
Rectangular
Colors
White#FFFFFF
The vertical white stripe, at the hoist, symbolizes the religious minorities.
Green#01411C · Pantone 349 C
Green represents the country's Muslim majority.
Symbols & elements
Crescent and star
The crescent stands for progress, the five-pointed star for light and knowledge. The white band at the hoist, kept deliberately separate, represents the country's religious minorities.
Construction details
Proportions 2:3. A green field with a vertical white stripe at the hoist (one quarter of the width), and on the green a white crescent and a white five-pointed star.
Construction sheet
Etiquette & protocol
How the flag should be used and displayed with respect.
Specific rules — Pakistan
The flag is honoured on 14 August, Independence Day.
It flies on public buildings and at official ceremonies.
Common conventions
Keep the flag clean and never let it touch the ground.
Never fly a torn or faded flag — repair or replace it.
Illuminate the flag if it stays up at night.
Never use the flag as clothing, packaging or advertising.
Dispose of a worn flag respectfully, not in the trash.
Did you know?
The white stripe at the hoist was added to depict the religious minorities, alongside the majority represented by green.
