In 2026, which country’s highest honour ‘Grand Cross of the Royal Norwegian Order of Merit’ was conferred upon Prime Minister Narendra Modi?

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Answer

Norway

Explanation

The Government of Norway has conferred this highest honour upon Prime Minister Narendra Modi for his unique contribution to strengthening bilateral relations.

Key Points

  • > Receiving Norway's highest honour
  • > This is PM Modi's 32nd international honour
  • > Just before this, Sweden had also honoured him

Additional Information

  • This honour of the Government of Norway was instituted in 1985 by King Olav V.
  • It is awarded in recognition of outstanding services by foreign and Norwegian citizens.
  • India and Norway are working to strengthen bilateral cooperation.
HonourPresenting CountryYear
Grand Cross of the Royal Norwegian Order of MeritNorway2026
Royal Order of the Polar StarSweden2026
Order of St. AndrewRussia2019
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