ORDER OF THE DRUK GYALPO

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Context: The Prime Minister of India received a prestigious recognition from Bhutan, being conferred the Order of the Druk Gyalpo, Bhutan's highest civilian honour.

About Order of the Druk Gyalpo

• Established in 2008 by King Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck, the Order of the Druk Gyalpo translates to "Order of the Dragon King."
• It represents the highest level of Bhutan's honour system.
• It comes in two classes: First Class with a Breast Star and Sash Badge, and Second Class with only a Sash and Badge.
• This is the first time the Order of the Druk Gyalpo has been conferred on a foreign leader, highlighting the exceptional nature of India-Bhutan relations.

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