History

The Order of Zarrintoch was instituted on December 16, 1996. The Order is conferred in 3 Classes upon government and public sector workers in recognition of significant contributions to Tajikistan. Qualifying service includes implementing democratic and economic reforms, developing science and culture, acts of special merit performed in the defence of the nation, acts of individual selflessness and civil valour, and other services which have contributed to the strengthening of peace, stability, and integrity of the nation.

The II Class is conferred in recognition of subsequent acts of merit upon recipients of the II Class Order of Isoili Somoni (see TJK***), or the III Class of the Order of Sitorai of the President of Tajikistan (see TJK***). The II Class may also be awarded as a promotion within the Order.

The II is worn by men from a neck ribbon and by women from a bow on the shoulder.

Recipients of the II Class are also entitled to a 30 percent increase in monthly emoluments.

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