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The Mauritian Quadricolour flag. Meaning of the colours: Red: Red represents the struggle for freedom and independence. Blue: Blue represents the Indian Ocean, in the middle of which Mauritius is situated. Yellow: Yellow represents the new light of independence. Green: Green represents the agriculture of Mauritius and its colour throughout the 12 months of the year.