385. What are the colors of the state flag of Mecklenburg-Vorpommern?

Answer options

1. black-red-gold
2. blue-white-yellow-red
3. green-white-red
4. black-yellow

Explanation

The state flag of Mecklenburg‑Vorpommern consists of four horizontal stripes—blue, white, yellow, and red—symbolizing the union of Mecklenburg (blue‑yellow‑red) with Western Pomerania (white‑blue). While Article 22 of the Basic Law fixes the federal colors, the competence to determine state symbols rests with the Länder under their statehood (Articles 30 and 70 in conjunction with Article 28 GG). In Mecklenburg‑Vorpommern this is codified by the 1991 State Emblems Act; the service flag additionally bears the bull’s head and the griffin as heraldic charges. The design thus reflects the dynastic‑territorial origins of the Land’s contemporary identity.