Order of Kurmet

The Order of Kurmet (Kazakh: Құрмет ордені) is an order awarded by the government of Kazakhstan. It was established in 1993.

The order is awarded to Kazakhstani citizens who have exhibited merit in the fields of economics, science, culture, social issues, and education.

The order has no grades or classes.

Famous quotes containing the words order of and/or order:

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    —Judith Viorst (20th century)

    “In order to be somebody you have to hold even your shadow in high regard.”
    —Friedrich Nietzsche (1844–1900)