WORLD HISTORY

Detailed explanation-1: -In the European Union Flag, what does the symbols of ‘twelve gold stars in a circle’ signify? The circle of gold stars stands for solidarity and harmony between the peoples of Europe. How does geographical proximity influence the formation of regional organisations ?

Detailed explanation-2: -The flag of Europe is used to represent both the European Union and the Council of Europe. It consists of a circle of 12 golden (yellow) stars on a blue background. The blue represents the west, the number of stars represents completeness while their position in a circle represents 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.

Detailed explanation-4: -A symbol for the whole of Europe In 1983 the European Parliament in turn adopted the flag devised by the Council of Europe and recommended that it become the European Communities’ emblem. The European Council gave its approval in June 1985. The European Union’s institutions began to use the flag in 1986.