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Article 15: State Flag and Coat of Arms

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Constitution Text

“The colours of the flag of the State shall be yellow, green, and red. The coat of arms of the State shall be a white Vytis on a red field. The coat of arms and flag of the State, as well as their use, shall be established by law.”

Summary

The colours of the state flag are yellow, green and red, and the coat of arms is a white Vytis (a mounted knight) on a red field. The coat of arms, the flag and their use are established by law.

Key Points

  • •The colours of the state flag are yellow, green and red, in that order.
  • •The coat of arms of the State is a white Vytis on a red field.
  • •The coat of arms, the flag and their use are established by law.

Practical Example

On state holidays such as 16 February and 11 March the yellow-green-red flag is raised at homes and offices, and the Vytis appears on passports and the seals of state institutions.

Exam Tips

Memorise the order of the colours (yellow, green, red) and the description of the coat of arms (a white Vytis on a red field). Exam options often swap the colours around.

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