The British Indian Ocean Territory Flag
National Flag of British Indian Ocean Territory
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What does the British Indian Ocean Territory flag mean?
The Union Jack signifies British sovereignty; the wavy stripes represent the Indian Ocean; the palm tree highlights the tropical atolls; the crown denotes royal authority
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Quick facts
- Adopted:
- 8 November 1990
- Aspect Ratio:
- 1:2
- Capital:
- Diego Garcia
- Population:
- 0 permanent; up to ~2,000 military/personnel
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The flag of the British Indian Ocean Territory features a Union Jack in the canton, with white and blue wavy stripes and a palm tree with a crown. It represents the British overseas territory in the Indian Ocean.
The British Indian Ocean Territory Flag – Symbolism and Meaning
The British Indian Ocean Territory Flag - History and Origins
Granted by Queen Elizabeth II on the 25th anniversary of the territory’s creation in 1990, as a flag for the Commissioner. It now holds semi‑official status on land
The British Indian Ocean Territory Flag - Design Elements
Blue Ensign base with Union Jack canton; seven horizontal white wavy stripes; green palm rising from base with St Edward's Crown atop. Proportion 1:2
The British Indian Ocean Territory Flag - Usage Guidelines and Protocol
Used on land by territory officials and military bases (e.g., Diego Garcia). The Commissioner flies it when in office. It ranks below the Union Flag under British Overseas Territories flag protocols .
Further reading: Flag of the British Indian Ocean Territory on Wikipedia
Frequently Asked Questions
What do the colors of the The British Indian Ocean Territory Flag represent?
The Union Jack signifies British sovereignty; the wavy stripes represent the Indian Ocean; the palm tree highlights the tropical atolls; the crown denotes royal authority
When was the The British Indian Ocean Territory Flag adopted?
8 November 1990
What is the aspect ratio of the The British Indian Ocean Territory Flag?
The British Indian Ocean Territory flag has an aspect ratio of 1:2.