Orders, decorations, and medals of Indonesia
According to the Constitution of Indonesia, Chapter III Article 15: "The President grants titles, decorations and other honors as regulated by Law".
It is posthumously given by the Government of Indonesia for actions which are deemed to be heroic, defined as "actual deeds which can be remembered and exemplified for all time by other citizens" or "extraordinary service furthering the interests of the state and people".
The "Guerrilla Star" (BG) is awarded to a military serviceman/servicewoman who has given extraordinary service to fight in order to maintain the sovereignty of Republic of Indonesia from foreign aggression.
"The Sacred Star" (BS) is awarded to personnel of the Indonesian National Armed Forces who distinguished themselves by acts of valor and beyond the call of duty during military operations.
The BS can also be awarded to any civilian for extraordinary service and acts of valor beyond the call of duty in the same circumstances.
[12] The "Military Distinguished Service Star" (BD) is awarded to armed forces personnel and civilians for extraordinary service and actions beyond the call of duty during military operations and contingencies which helps promote and achieve the advancement of the Indonesian National Armed Forces.
[13] The "Grand Meritorious Military Order Star" (BYD) is awarded to personnel of the Indonesian National Armed Forces or civil servant of ministry of defence or any citizen or foreigner for extraordinary service and on beyond the call of duty for the supervision, development and conduct of any action or activity which can provide extraordinary benefits for the government, people and the Republic of Indonesia, most especially in the field of national defense.
The BSBP can also be awarded to civilians who provide extraordinary service for advancement of the Indonesian Air Force.
[20] Awarded to distinguished individuals for their contribution as a whole or in specific sectors or issues for helping the development of the nation.
35 of the Year 2010 provides that the Satyalancana Wira Karya is awarded to anyone without discriminating their social strata or the sects that they belong.
[22] Awarded to distinguished individuals for their service in social welfare and humanitarianism among the Indonesian people, such as alleviating poverty, providing assistance for orphaned children, and empowering persons with disabilities.
[29] Awarded to distinguished personnel of the Indonesian National Police for years of loyal and faithful service and dedication.
[38] Awarded to individual or personnel of the Indonesian National Armed Forces who are deemed worthy to receive it, because of combat injuries sustained due to enemy action during military operations.
[40] Awarded personnel of the Indonesian National Armed Forces for years of loyal and faithful service.
[51] Samkaryanugraha is award in the form of distinction trophy/pennant for any unit , governmental institution, or other organization with meritorious services.
The Parasamya Purnakarya Nugraha is an organizational award given by or in behalf of the President of the Republic of Indonesia for meritorious service and dedication of a governmental institution (such as provincial or municipal governments) or civilian organization.
The recipient of the Parasamya Purnakarya Nugraha award receives a distinction trophy that resembles a miniature monument with the Garuda Pancasila emblem.
The Nugraha Sakanti is an organizational award given by or in behalf of the President of the Republic of Indonesia for meritorious service and dedication of units within the Indonesian National Police for the sake of upholding law and order, protecting the citizenry of the Republic, community development, civil assistance and in the performance of actions for the benefit of the people's well-being and safety.
The recipient of the Nugraha Sakanti award receives a black triangular distinction pennant with the Garuda Pancasila emblem on its hoist.
The recipient unit or military institution of the Samkaryanugraha award receives a golden-coloured distinction rectangular pennant with the inscriptions in Indonesian on it, alongside the national emblem and the Presidential seal.
