Order of the Star and Key of the Indian Ocean
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The Most Distinguished Order of the Star and Key of the Indian Ocean is the highest distinct order of merit in the honours system of Mauritius established under the National Awards Act 1993. It was founded in 1992 to decorate people who have made a contribution to social progress in the nations of the Indian Ocean. It may be awarded to non-Mauritian citizens.[1][2]
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Order of the Star and Key of the Indian Ocean | |
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Type | Order of merit |
Country | Mauritius |
Motto | Stella Clavisque Maris Indici (translated: Star and key of the Indian Ocean) |
Awarded for | At the President's pleasure |
Status | Currently constituted |
Chancellor | President of the Republic of Mauritius |
Grades | Grand Commander (GCSK) Grand Officer (GOSK) Commander (CSK) Officer (OSK) Member (MSK) |
Precedence | |
Next (higher) | None |
Next (lower) | President's Distinguished Service Medal |
Ribbon bar of GCSK, GOSK, CSK Ribbon bar of OSK, MSK |
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