Darjah Utama Nila Utama
Singaporean national honour
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The Darjah Utama Nila Utama (English: Order of Nila Utama) is Singapore's third most prestigious national honour, established in 1975.[1] It is an Order conferred by the President of Singapore and was originally intended as the highest award for foreign dignitaries. Over time, it has been awarded predominantly to Singaporeans.[2] The honour is named after the founder of the Kingdom of Singapura, Sang Nila Utama.
| Darjah Utama Nila Utama (Order of Nila Utama) | |
|---|---|
| Type | Order of Honour |
| Established | 1975 |
| Country |  Singapore |
| Eligibility | Singaporeans |
| Awarded for | Service |
| Status | Active |
| Grades |
|
| Post-nominals | DUNU |
| Precedence | |
| Next (higher) | Darjah Utama Temasek |
| Next (lower) | Sijil Kemuliaan |
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As of 1 August 2019, the Order comprises three grades:[3]
- the Order of Nila Utama (With High Distinction),
- the Order of Nila Utama (With Distinction), and
- the Order of Nila Utama.
Recipients of the honour are entitled to use the post-nominal letters DUNU.
History
Prior to August 2019, the 3 grades of the Order of Nila Utama were known as:[3]
- First Class of the Order of Nila Utama
- Second Class of the Order of Nila Utama
- Third Class of the Order of Nila Utama