Editing Flag of Nepal (section)

==Symbolism==
In modern times, the flag's symbolism has evolved to incorporate several meanings. The crimson red indicates the bravery of Nepali people (and is the country's national color) and the blue border represents peace and harmony. The colors are often found in Nepalese decoration and works of art.<ref name=":0" /> A theory is that the two points represented peace and hard work, using the symbols of the moon and sun respectively. Traditionally the flag of Nepal is derived from [[Hinduism]] which is common in [[Hindu]] cultures. However, the modern and government-sanctioned representation is of Hinduism and [[Buddhism in Nepal|Buddhism]], the main religions of the country.<ref name=":1">{{Cite web|url=https://www.cia.gov/library/publications/the-world-factbook/fields/2081.html|title=The World Factbook — Central Intelligence Agency|website=www.cia.gov|language=en|access-date=24 July 2018|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170701210145/https://www.cia.gov/library/publications/the-world-factbook/fields/2081.html|archive-date=1 July 2017|url-status=dead}}</ref><ref>{{Cite news|url=https://www.pri.org/stories/2015-06-03/whats-funny-shape-nepals-flag|title=What's with the funny shape of Nepal's flag?|work=Public Radio International|access-date=24 July 2018|language=en-US|archive-date=26 October 2021|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20211026091742/https://www.pri.org/stories/2015-06-03/whats-funny-shape-nepals-flag|url-status=live}}</ref>

The inclusion of the [[celestial bodies]] indicates Nepal's permanence and the hope that Nepal will enjoy the same longevity as the Sun and the Moon. The moon also symbolizes the cool weather of the [[Himalaya]]s, whereas the sun symbolizes the heat and the high temperature of the southern lowlands ([[Terai]]).<ref name=":1" /> Additionally, the stylized moon represents the calm demeanor and purity of spirit of the Nepali people, while the stylized sun represents their fierce resolve.<ref name="ourtechroom.com2"/>