National Emblem of Bangladesh

National emblem of Bangladesh

The National Emblem of Bangladesh (

) was adopted shortly after the country's independence in 1971. The emblem is a symbol of the People's Republic of Bangladesh and reflects the country's heritage, culture, and aspirations.

Design

The emblem features a water lily bordered on two sides by rice sheaves. Above the water lily are four stars and three connected jute leaves. The water lily is the country's national flower and symbolizes the many rivers that flow through Bangladesh. The rice sheaves represent the staple food of the country and its agricultural heritage. The four stars signify the four fundamental principles of the Constitution of Bangladesh: nationalism, secularism, socialism, and democracy. The jute leaves highlight the importance of jute, a major cash crop in Bangladesh.

Symbolism

• The water lily (Nymphaea nouchali) is the national flower of Bangladesh and represents the natural beauty and the abundance of rivers in the country.
• The rice sheaves symbolize the agricultural foundation of the country and its reliance on rice as a staple food.
• The four stars represent the four guiding principles of the nation as enshrined in the Constitution of Bangladesh.
• The jute leaves emphasize the significance of jute in the economy of Bangladesh.

History

The emblem was designed and adopted in 1971, following the independence of Bangladesh from Pakistan. The design was chosen to reflect the cultural and economic aspects of the newly formed nation. The emblem has since been a symbol of national pride and identity.

Usage

The National Emblem of Bangladesh is used in various official documents, currency, and government buildings. It is also featured on the flag of the President of Bangladesh and other state insignia.

See also

• Flag of Bangladesh
• National symbols of Bangladesh
• Constitution of Bangladesh
• History of Bangladesh