Established 27 November 1937 | Type Order First awarded 1937 | |
Awarded for Notable contributions toward the cause of the nation. Description 1st Class to 5th Class, plus a medal | ||
The Most Illustrious Order Tri Shakti Patta (Order of the Three Divine Powers) is an order of knighthood of the former Kingdom of Nepal.Conferred on members of the Royal Family or Nepali citizens who make outstanding contributions to the nation, and to foreigners making special contributions to the welfare of Nepal.
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History
The medal was first instituted by King Tribhuvan Bir Bikram Shah Dev in 1936. The order was later instituted on 27 November 1937 by King Tribhuvan.
After the end of the monarchy in 2008, the New government initiated this new series of awards. Nepal Ratna Man Padavi is the highest class whereas Rastra Gaurav Man Padavi is second highest. The award and its conferred by the President of Nepal on the Republic Day, May 29.
Insignia
The ribbon of the order is navy blue with white-edged green edges.
Grades
The Order of Tri Shakti Patta has five classes & a Medal :