In the Democratic Socialist Republic of Sri Lanka, individuals are recognized for personal bravery, achievement, or service with the with national honours.
[2] The recipient's names are formally published in a gazette, after which the awards are presented by the President on a special ceremony that may fall on the National Independence Day, National Heroes Day, and events honoring non-Sri Lankan honorees.
[2] These include the following in the order of their ranking, which are used as titles; The Sri Lankabhimanya is conferred to "those who have rendered exceptionally outstanding and most distinguished service to the nation".
[4] The Veera Chudamani is a National Honour awarded " for acts of bravery of the highest order".
[4] The Veera Prathapa is a non-titular national honour awarded " for acts of bravery of the highest order".
[4] The Vidya Jyothi is a national honour awarded " for outstanding scientific and technological achievements".
[4] It is the highest national honour for science in Sri Lanka for outstanding contribution to the development of the country through dedicated work in the chosen field.
The Kala Keerthi is a national honour awarded " for extraordinary achievements and contributions in arts, culture and drama".
[4] It comprises a citation and a gold medal studded with nine "navaratnas" (Sri Lankan gems) with a Manel symbol (the country's national flower).