RED - represents the struggle for freedom and independence
BLUE - represents the Indian Ocean in the middle of which Mauritius is situated
YELLOW - represents the new light of independence shining over the island
GREEN - represents the agriculture of Mauritius and its colour throughout the twelve months of the year
The flag is in the proportion of 6 to 4 and consists of four equal horizontal stripes Red, Blue, Yellow and Green.
The British Standard colours and numbers for the colours are as follows:-
