WORLD HISTORY

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INTEGRATION OF EUROPE

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
How many stars are there on the flag of the European Union?
A
15
B
20
C
12
D
14
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -One is the European Council and the other is European Union (EU). The flag consists of 12 stars The number of stars has no relation with the number of member countries. In 1955 the Council of Europe chose the present design of the flag for its use.

Detailed explanation-2: -It features a circle of 12 gold stars on a blue background. They stand for the ideals of unity, solidarity and harmony among the peoples of Europe. The number of stars has nothing to do with the number of member countries, though the circle is a symbol of unity.

Detailed explanation-3: -The number twelve is traditionally the symbol of perfection, completeness and unity (12 hours in day, 12 months in a year, etc). The 12 stars do not represent the 12 countries who were the original member states.

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