The Greek honors system goes back to 1829 and the establishment of the Order of the Redeemer at the Fourth National Assembly at Argos.
The Grand Cross of the Order of the Redeemer remains the highest honor of Greece to this day.
The Grand Master of the Greek orders is the head of state of the country.
Individuals are selected to reward their contributions to Greece, be it the state, its culture, sports, arts, language, etc.
The latter group may take such a decision if it deems that the person retaining the honor causes public discomfort or negatively affects the prestige of the Order.