Social Studies

Held at King's House every year on National Heroes Day.

Jamaicans from all profession is given various award for their contribution to nation buolding.

The second highest is "The Order of the Nation" This is awarded to the Governor General. the Prime Minister and their spouses. All Prime Ministers and Governor Generals automatically gets this award.

Order of the Nation

This is awarded to foreign heads of state or governmentThis was created in 2003.

• Outstanding citizens

• Honourary foreign nationals

This is awarded to Jamaicans who have distinguished themselves internationally. One such person is The Honourable Usain Bolt.

This is the sixth order. It may be given to locals as well as foreign nationals.

Prime Minister's medal of appreiciation. This has two categories.

Badge of honour

Medal of Honour.