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As the Second World War came to an end, many of Europe’s leaders grappled with the ‘Question of Europe’. Should Europe be allowed to revert to its old rivalries or be reconstructed on principles and institutions that would contribute to a positive conception of international relations? The Second World War shattered many of the assumptions and structures on which the European states had based their relations. In 1945, the European states confronted the ruin of their economies and the destruction of the assumptions and structures on which Europe had been founded.

Which of the following symbols is shown in the flag of European Union?

Circle of Gold stars

The correct answer is Option 2 - Circle of Gold stars

This is the flag of the European Union.

The circle of gold stars stands for solidarity and harmony between the peoples of Europe. It has twelve stars, as the number twelve is traditionally the symbol of perfection, completeness and unity.
On February 7, 1992, The Treaty of Maastricht was signed establishing the European Union (EU).
In 2012 the EU or the European Union was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize.