Nishan-i-Quaid-i-Azam
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| Nishan-i-Quaid-i-Azam | |
|---|---|
| Type | Civil award |
| Established | March 1957 |
| Country |  Pakistan |
| Status | Currently awarded |
| Precedence | |
| Next (higher) | None |
| Next (lower) | Hilal-i-Quaid-i-Azam |
Nishan-i-Quaid-i-Azam (Urdu: نشانِ قائداعظم) is a civil decoration awarded by the Government of Pakistan. It is the highest honour in the Order of Quaid-i-Azam, established in March 1957. The award is named after Muhammad Ali Jinnah, the founder of Pakistan, who is referred to as "Quaid-i-Azam".[1][2][3]
The award is conferred on individuals, including foreign nationals, in recognition of their exceptional leadership and distinguished service to the state of state of Pakistan, particularly in the fields of international diplomacy, public service, or advancement of the national interest.[1]