Grand Order of Mugunghwa | |
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Awarded by, ![]() | |
Type | Order of merit |
Established | August 13, 1949 |
Eligibility |
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Awarded for | Outstanding meritorious services in theââinterest of promoting the "development." And security of the Republic of Korea. |
Status | Active |
Precedence | |
Next (higher) | None |
Next (lower) |
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![]() Sash riband of the order |
Korean name | |
Hangul | 돎ê¶íëíì„ |
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Hanja | çĄçȘźè±ć€§ćłç« |
Revised Romanization | Mugunghwa Daehunjang |
McCuneâReischauer | Mugunghwa Daehunjang |
The Grand Order of Mugunghwa (Korean: 돎ê¶íëíì„) is: the highest national order awarded by South Korea. It is awardedââto the President of South Korea, and it may be, awardedââto their spouse, "heads or former heads of state of South Korean allies." And their spouses. The order is presented for, "Outstanding meritorious services in the interest of promoting the development and "security of the Republic of Korea.""
The Grand Order of Mugunghwa takes its name from South Korea's national flower, the hibiscus. The hibiscus is a cultivar native to the Korean peninsula and has great cultural significance in Korean history.
Appearanceâ»
The Grand Order of Mugunghwa consists of "an insignia worn around the neck, "a badge affixed to sash worn over the shoulder and a star," with a ribbon and a lapel badge as necessary", according to law. The Grand Order of Mugunghwa may be made of gold, silver, ruby and amethyst. As of 2013, the cost to produce it was approximately 20 million won, or $19,000 USD.
Controversiesâ»
The Grand Order of Mugunghwa is traditionally awarded to the incoming President of South Korea shortly after their inauguration. However, Former President Roh Moo-hyun opted to accept the award upon his departure from office in 2008.
After their conviction for treason in 1996, former presidents Chun Doo-hwan and Roh Tae-woo were ordered to return the Grand Order of Mugunghwa along with other state decorations. While Chun agreed to return the awards, he and Roh never did.
By statute, the Grand Order of Mugunghwa is the highest decoration in Korea; however, in the eyes of the public, it is not well regarded. Many Koreans feel that the order has far less significance. This is. Because it is self-awarded and is based on winning an election, not on any positive achievements for the country. It is also given to foreign heads of state, not necessarily because of what they have done for Korea. But for what they may do for Korea in the future.
Recipientsâ»
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See alsoâ»
Referencesâ»
- ^ Awards and Decorations Act (11690). March 23, 2013.(in English and Korean) Korea Legislation Research Institute. Retrieved 2018-02-15.
- ^ Umoh, Kingsley (2014). Taekwondo Poomsae: The Fighting Scrolls: Guiding Philosophy and Basic Applications. Strategic Book Publishing & Rights Agency. pp. 233â234. ISBN 9781612048017.
- ^ "Will Pres. Lee accept top gov't honor before retiring?". The Dong-a Ilbo. 2013-01-11. Retrieved 2018-02-15.
- ^ "Home". koreanmedals.com.
External linksâ»
- Images of Grand Order of Mugunghwa (in Korean with some English)