State of Kedah Star of Gallantry
The State of Kedah Star of Gallantry (Bahasa Melayu: Bintang Perkasa Negeri Kedah) is an honorific military decoration of the Sultanate of Kedah
State of Kedah Star of Gallantry Bintang Perkasa Negeri Kedah | |
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Type | Military decoration |
Status | Currently constituted |
Sovereign | Sallehuddin of Kedah |
Grades | Star (BPK) |
Precedence | |
Next (higher) | Supreme Order of Sri Mahawangsa |
Next (lower) | Exalted Order of the Crown of Kedah |
![]() Ribbon bar of the order [1] |
History
It was founded by Sultan Badlishah of Kedah on 30 October 1952.
Recipients
It is as a reward for conspicuous acts of gallantry by the military, police or civilians, but of a standard less than the Star of Valour (B.K.K). This Medal may be awarded posthumously.[2]
Classes
It is awarded in one class:
- Silver Star - Post-nominal letters : BPK
Insignia
It is composed of a six-pointed silver star hung from a dark blue ribbon with 2 white stripes. Photos : 1
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References
- Colecciones Militares, Kedah 1
- Official Sultan website, List of Honours, Stars and Medals of the State of Kedah
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