Flag of British Indian Ocean Territory
The flag of British Indian Ocean Territory has curvy lines of blue (six lines) and white. The foundation or implication of the wavy lines is unidentified, and their existence is a break from the conventional application of flags of British colonies or former colonies. The Union Jack is situated in the top-left corner (on the hoist side) and a palm tree with a crown in the fly. The flag has the proportions of 2:3 instead of 1:2 (as seen in Crampton's Observers Book of Flags).
The palm tree and crown symbolizes the Indian Ocean Territory. It is understood that the flag, which was established by Queen Elizabeth II on the 25th anniversary of the BIOT in 1990 is that of the Commissioner and has only semi-official status. The only habitants on the Islands are the Anglo-American naval and air facilities. Since it is not viable for civilians to visit the British Indian Ocean Territory, it is not clear whether the flag is truly used.
The flag was officially adopted in 8 th November, 1990.
