World Flags / Bangladesh
About the Bangladesh National Flag
Green field with red disc slightly offset toward the hoist so it appears centered when flying—designed by Shib Narayan Das.
Bangladesh — Key Facts
| Capital | Dhaka |
|---|---|
| Population | 173 million (2024 est.) |
| Area | 147,570 km² |
| Languages | Bengali (Bangla) official |
| Currency | Bangladeshi taka (BDT) |
| GDP (nominal) | ~$460 billion USD |
| Independence / founded | Independence from Pakistan, March 26, 1971 |
| Flag adopted | 1972 |
Bangladesh Flag Colors and Meaning
Each color on the Bangladesh flag carries symbolic meaning. Use this table when teaching geography or designing watch-party displays.
| Color | Meaning |
|---|---|
| Green | Lush land and youth of Bangladesh |
| Red (circle) | Sunrise and blood of martyrs |
People and Ethnicity in Bangladesh
Bengali majority (~98%) with Chakma, Marma, and other ethnic minorities in the Chittagong Hill Tracts.
Geography of Bangladesh
Dense delta nation on the Bay of Bengal with Ganges-Brahmaputra floodplains.
Economy of Bangladesh
Garment exports (world's second-largest after China), remittances, jute, and pharmaceuticals.
- Currency: Bangladeshi taka (BDT)
- GDP (nominal): ~$460 billion USD
Culture
Pohela Boishakh festival, rickshaw art, Tagore literary heritage, and fish-curried cuisine.
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