State Medal of Distinguished Service
State Medal of Distinguished Service (Turkish: Devlet Üstün Hizmet Madalyası) is one of the three civil state decorations of Turkey. The medal was established on October 24, 1983 with the Law on Medals and Orders, Act No. 2933. It is rewarded to Turkish citizens, foreigners and organizations for distinguished service in contribution to the emerge of Turkish State through generous action, self-sacrifice, accomplishment or merit at home or abroad.
| Devlet Üstün Hizmet Madalyası State Medal of Distinguished Service | |
|---|---|
| Type | Medal |
| Awarded for | Distinguished service in contribution to the emerge of Turkish State through generous action, self-sacrifice, accomplishment or merit at home or abroad. |
| Country | Turkey |
| Presented by | the President of Turkey |
| Status | Active |
| Established | October 24, 1983 |
| Precedence | |
| Next (lower) | Medal of Freedom |
The medal is bestowed by the President of Turkey upon cabinet's approval of the proposal of a government minister, the speaker of the parliament or the chief of general staff.
To the medal belong a lapel pin and a certificate.
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