What is the highest award in Trinidad?
The Order of the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago was installed as Trinidad and Tobago’s highest national award in 2008 and replaced the Trinity Cross for distinguished and outstanding Service to Trinidad and Tobago.
How many national awards are there in Trinidad and Tobago?
five
There are five (5) categories and thirteen (13) classes of National Awards: The Order of the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago (formerly The Trinity Cross Medal of the Order of the Trinity) in Gold only. The Chaconia Medal in Gold, Silver and Bronze. The Hummingbird Medal in Gold, Silver and Bronze.
Why is the Hummingbird Medal given in Trinidad and Tobago?
The Hummingbird Medal is a state decoration of Trinidad and Tobago, instituted in 1969. The medal is awarded for loyal and devoted service beneficial to the state in any field, or acts of conspicuous gallantry or other outstanding humane action.
Which award is the highest national award?
Bharat Ratna
Bharat Ratna is the highest civilian award of the country. It is awarded in recognition of exceptional service/performance of the highest order in any field of human endeavour.
Who presents the National Awards of Trinidad and Tobago?
The President
The President confers the awards, “on the advice of the Prime Minister given after consideration of the recommendation of the Advisory Committee.” The awards are made “by Instrument signed by the President and sealed with the Seal of the Order.” The President hosts the National Awards Ceremony annually on Republic Day.
What are the examples of national awards?
National Awards
- Padma Vibhushan: This is given for exceptional and distinguished service. This is the second highest civilian award in the Republic of India after the Bharat Ratna.
- Padma Bhushan: This is handed out for distinguished service of a high order.
- Padma Shri: This award is given for a distinguished service.