Which state banned the Confederate flag from state grounds in 2015?

The state that banned the Confederate flag from state grounds in 2015 is South Carolina. The decision came after the racially motivated Charleston church shooting, where nine African American churchgoers were killed by a white supremacist who posed with the Confederate flag in photographs. The flag had been a source of controversy and debate for many years as a symbol of racism and slavery. The South Carolina State House flew the flag for decades until it was removed in July 2015 after a bill was signed by Governor Nikki Haley.

The controversy surrounding the Confederate flag extends beyond South Carolina and involves many Southern states. Supporters of the flag view it as a symbol of Southern heritage and pride, while opponents see it as a symbol of racism and slavery. Many states have taken action to remove the flag from government buildings and public spaces, while others continue to display it. The debate around the Confederate flag and its place in American society remains ongoing.