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23rd March 2024 (10 Topics)

PM Modi conferred Bhutan’s highest civilian honour

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The King of Bhutan conferred the Order of the Druk Gyalpo on Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who became the first foreign head of government to receive Bhutan’s highest civilian honour.

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About the Award

  • The Order of the Druk Gyalpo holds immense significance within Bhutan's honour system, symbolising a lifetime of outstanding achievements and contributions to society.
  • The Order of the Druk Gyalpo takes precedence over all orders, decorations and medals.
  • Since its institution, the award has been conferred upon only four eminent personalities.
    • Queen Grandmother of Bhutan Ashi Kesang Choden Wangchuck in 2008
    • Je Thrizur Tenzin Dendup (68th Je Khenpo of Bhutan) in 2008
    • Je Khenpo Trulku Ngawang Jigme Choedra in 2018
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