{"id":51246,"date":"2026-05-18T12:46:57","date_gmt":"2026-05-18T07:16:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/?p=51246"},"modified":"2026-05-18T12:46:59","modified_gmt":"2026-05-18T07:16:59","slug":"sweden-royal-order-of-the-polar-star-award-to-pm-modi","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/sweden-royal-order-of-the-polar-star-award-to-pm-modi\/","title":{"rendered":"Sweden Royal Order of the Polar Star Award to PM Modi \u2013 Key Current Affairs Update 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_86 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/sweden-royal-order-of-the-polar-star-award-to-pm-modi\/#Sweden_Royal_Order_of_the_Polar_Star_Award_to_PM_Modi_highlights_strengthening_India%E2%80%93Sweden_relations_in_2026_Get_complete_current_affairs_FAQs_MCQs_and_key_takeaways_for_UPSC_SSC_Banking_and_other_competitive_exams\" >Sweden Royal Order of the Polar Star Award to PM Modi highlights strengthening India\u2013Sweden relations in 2026. Get complete current affairs, FAQs, MCQs, and key takeaways for UPSC, SSC, Banking, and other competitive exams.<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/sweden-royal-order-of-the-polar-star-award-to-pm-modi\/#PM_Modi_Conferred_Swedens_Royal_Order_of_the_Polar_Star\" >PM Modi Conferred Sweden\u2019s Royal Order of the Polar Star<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/sweden-royal-order-of-the-polar-star-award-to-pm-modi\/#%F0%9F%87%B8%F0%9F%87%AA_Historic_Recognition_for_Strengthening_India%E2%80%93Sweden_Relations\" >\ud83c\uddf8\ud83c\uddea Historic Recognition for Strengthening India\u2013Sweden Relations<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/sweden-royal-order-of-the-polar-star-award-to-pm-modi\/#%F0%9F%A4%9D_Strengthening_Bilateral_and_Strategic_Partnership\" >\ud83e\udd1d Strengthening Bilateral and Strategic Partnership<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/sweden-royal-order-of-the-polar-star-award-to-pm-modi\/#%F0%9F%8C%8D_PM_Modis_Global_Diplomatic_Engagement\" >\ud83c\udf0d PM Modi\u2019s Global Diplomatic Engagement<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/sweden-royal-order-of-the-polar-star-award-to-pm-modi\/#%F0%9F%8F%9B%EF%B8%8F_Significance_of_the_Royal_Order_of_the_Polar_Star\" >\ud83c\udfdb\ufe0f Significance of the Royal Order of the Polar Star<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/sweden-royal-order-of-the-polar-star-award-to-pm-modi\/#%E2%AD%90_Why_This_News_is_Important\" >\u2b50 Why This News is Important<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/sweden-royal-order-of-the-polar-star-award-to-pm-modi\/#%F0%9F%93%8C_Strengthening_Indias_Global_Image\" >\ud83d\udccc Strengthening India\u2019s Global Image<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/sweden-royal-order-of-the-polar-star-award-to-pm-modi\/#%F0%9F%93%8C_Boost_to_India%E2%80%93Europe_Relations\" >\ud83d\udccc Boost to India\u2013Europe Relations<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/sweden-royal-order-of-the-polar-star-award-to-pm-modi\/#%F0%9F%93%8C_Important_for_Competitive_Exams\" >\ud83d\udccc Important for Competitive Exams<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/sweden-royal-order-of-the-polar-star-award-to-pm-modi\/#%F0%9F%93%9A_Historical_Context\" >\ud83d\udcda Historical Context<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/sweden-royal-order-of-the-polar-star-award-to-pm-modi\/#%F0%9F%8F%B0_Background_of_India%E2%80%93Sweden_Relations\" >\ud83c\udff0 Background of India\u2013Sweden Relations<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/sweden-royal-order-of-the-polar-star-award-to-pm-modi\/#%F0%9F%8C%90_Evolution_of_Strategic_Cooperation\" >\ud83c\udf10 Evolution of Strategic Cooperation<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/sweden-royal-order-of-the-polar-star-award-to-pm-modi\/#%F0%9F%8F%85_Significance_of_Swedish_Royal_Awards\" >\ud83c\udfc5 Significance of Swedish Royal Awards<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/sweden-royal-order-of-the-polar-star-award-to-pm-modi\/#%F0%9F%93%8A_Key_Takeaways_from_%E2%80%9CPM_Modi_Receives_Swedens_Highest_Honour%E2%80%9D\" >\ud83d\udcca Key Takeaways from \u201cPM Modi Receives Sweden\u2019s Highest Honour\u201d<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/sweden-royal-order-of-the-polar-star-award-to-pm-modi\/#FAQs_Frequently_Asked_Questions\" >FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions)<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/sweden-royal-order-of-the-polar-star-award-to-pm-modi\/#Q1_Who_received_Swedens_highest_civilian_honour_in_2026\" >Q1. Who received Sweden\u2019s highest civilian honour in 2026?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/sweden-royal-order-of-the-polar-star-award-to-pm-modi\/#Q2_What_is_the_name_of_Swedens_highest_civilian_honour\" >Q2. What is the name of Sweden\u2019s highest civilian honour?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/sweden-royal-order-of-the-polar-star-award-to-pm-modi\/#Q3_Who_presented_the_award_to_PM_Modi\" >Q3. Who presented the award to PM Modi?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/sweden-royal-order-of-the-polar-star-award-to-pm-modi\/#Q4_Why_is_this_award_significant_for_India%E2%80%93Sweden_relations\" >Q4. Why is this award significant for India\u2013Sweden relations?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/sweden-royal-order-of-the-polar-star-award-to-pm-modi\/#Q5_How_many_international_honours_has_PM_Modi_received_so_far\" >Q5. How many international honours has PM Modi received so far?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/sweden-royal-order-of-the-polar-star-award-to-pm-modi\/#Q6_In_which_areas_are_India_and_Sweden_collaborating\" >Q6. In which areas are India and Sweden collaborating?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/sweden-royal-order-of-the-polar-star-award-to-pm-modi\/#Some_Important_Current_Affairs_Links\" >Some Important Current Affairs Links<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Sweden_Royal_Order_of_the_Polar_Star_Award_to_PM_Modi_highlights_strengthening_India%E2%80%93Sweden_relations_in_2026_Get_complete_current_affairs_FAQs_MCQs_and_key_takeaways_for_UPSC_SSC_Banking_and_other_competitive_exams\"><\/span><strong>Sweden Royal Order of the Polar Star Award to PM Modi highlights strengthening India\u2013Sweden relations in 2026. Get complete current affairs, FAQs, MCQs, and key takeaways for UPSC, SSC, Banking, and other competitive exams.<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"PM_Modi_Conferred_Swedens_Royal_Order_of_the_Polar_Star\"><\/span>PM Modi Conferred Sweden\u2019s Royal Order of the Polar Star<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%F0%9F%87%B8%F0%9F%87%AA_Historic_Recognition_for_Strengthening_India%E2%80%93Sweden_Relations\"><\/span>\ud83c\uddf8\ud83c\uddea Historic Recognition for Strengthening India\u2013Sweden Relations<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">During his official visit to Sweden, Prime Minister Narendra Modi was conferred with the <strong>Royal Order of the Polar Star (Commander Grand Cross)<\/strong>, the highest civilian honour awarded by the Scandinavian nation to a Head of Government. The award was presented by <strong>Swedish Crown Princess Victoria<\/strong> in Gothenburg. This prestigious recognition highlights India\u2013Sweden relations and PM Modi\u2019s role in strengthening bilateral cooperation in diplomacy, trade, and innovation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%F0%9F%A4%9D_Strengthening_Bilateral_and_Strategic_Partnership\"><\/span>\ud83e\udd1d Strengthening Bilateral and Strategic Partnership<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The honour reflects the growing strategic partnership between India and Sweden. Both countries have recently expanded collaboration in key sectors such as <strong>green technology, innovation, artificial intelligence, defence cooperation, and sustainable development<\/strong>. The award also comes at a time when both nations are working on a 2026\u20132030 joint action plan to deepen economic and technological engagement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%F0%9F%8C%8D_PM_Modis_Global_Diplomatic_Engagement\"><\/span>\ud83c\udf0d PM Modi\u2019s Global Diplomatic Engagement<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The award marks the <strong>31st international honour<\/strong> received by PM Modi, reinforcing India\u2019s increasing global diplomatic presence. His Sweden visit is part of a broader multi-nation tour aimed at enhancing cooperation with European countries and promoting India as a global investment and innovation hub.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%F0%9F%8F%9B%EF%B8%8F_Significance_of_the_Royal_Order_of_the_Polar_Star\"><\/span>\ud83c\udfdb\ufe0f Significance of the Royal Order of the Polar Star<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Royal Order of the Polar Star is one of Sweden\u2019s oldest honours, established in the 18th century. It is awarded to foreign leaders for outstanding contributions to international relations and public service that benefit Sweden\u2019s global partnerships.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\" id=\"Sweden-Royal-Order-of-the-Polar-Star-Award-to-PM-Modi\"><img decoding=\"async\" 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alt=\"Sweden Royal Order of the Polar Star Award to PM Modi\" style=\"width:545px;height:auto\" title=\"Sweden Royal Order of the Polar Star Award to PM Modi\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Sweden Royal Order of the Polar Star Award to PM Modi<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E2%AD%90_Why_This_News_is_Important\"><\/span>\u2b50 Why This News is Important<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%F0%9F%93%8C_Strengthening_Indias_Global_Image\"><\/span>\ud83d\udccc Strengthening India\u2019s Global Image<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This honour reflects India\u2019s growing diplomatic influence on the world stage. PM Modi receiving Sweden\u2019s top civilian award highlights India\u2019s role as a key global partner in trade, technology, and sustainable development. For students preparing for <strong>civil services, banking, railway, and defence exams<\/strong>, this development is important in understanding India\u2019s foreign policy direction.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%F0%9F%93%8C_Boost_to_India%E2%80%93Europe_Relations\"><\/span>\ud83d\udccc Boost to India\u2013Europe Relations<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The award signifies deepening India\u2013Europe ties, especially in innovation-driven sectors. Sweden is a major partner in green energy and technology, and this recognition strengthens mutual trust and cooperation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%F0%9F%93%8C_Important_for_Competitive_Exams\"><\/span>\ud83d\udccc Important for Competitive Exams<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Questions related to international awards, foreign visits of the Prime Minister, and bilateral relations are frequently asked in <strong>UPSC, SSC, banking, and state PCS exams<\/strong>. This news is highly relevant for current affairs sections.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%F0%9F%93%9A_Historical_Context\"><\/span>\ud83d\udcda Historical Context<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%F0%9F%8F%B0_Background_of_India%E2%80%93Sweden_Relations\"><\/span>\ud83c\udff0 Background of India\u2013Sweden Relations<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">India and Sweden established diplomatic relations in 1949. Over the decades, the partnership has grown in areas such as sustainable development, environmental protection, and industrial innovation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%F0%9F%8C%90_Evolution_of_Strategic_Cooperation\"><\/span>\ud83c\udf10 Evolution of Strategic Cooperation<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In recent years, both countries have signed agreements in <strong>clean energy, smart cities, digital transformation, and climate action<\/strong>. Sweden has also been a strong supporter of India\u2019s innovation ecosystem.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%F0%9F%8F%85_Significance_of_Swedish_Royal_Awards\"><\/span>\ud83c\udfc5 Significance of Swedish Royal Awards<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Royal Order of the Polar Star is historically awarded to foreign nationals who contribute significantly to Sweden\u2019s international relations. It is one of the highest forms of recognition by the Swedish monarchy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%F0%9F%93%8A_Key_Takeaways_from_%E2%80%9CPM_Modi_Receives_Swedens_Highest_Honour%E2%80%9D\"><\/span>\ud83d\udcca Key Takeaways from \u201cPM Modi Receives Sweden\u2019s Highest Honour\u201d<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>S.No<\/th><th>Key Takeaway<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>1<\/td><td>PM Modi received Sweden\u2019s <strong>Royal Order of the Polar Star (Commander Grand Cross)<\/strong>.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>2<\/td><td>The award was presented by <strong>Swedish Crown Princess Victoria<\/strong> in Gothenburg.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>3<\/td><td>It is Sweden\u2019s <strong>highest civilian honour for foreign Heads of Government<\/strong>.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>4<\/td><td>The recognition highlights growing <strong>India\u2013Sweden strategic partnership<\/strong>.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>5<\/td><td>This is PM Modi\u2019s <strong>31st international honour<\/strong> from a foreign nation.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Sweden Royal Order of the Polar Star Award to PM Modi<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs_Frequently_Asked_Questions\"><\/span>FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q1_Who_received_Swedens_highest_civilian_honour_in_2026\"><\/span>Q1. Who received Sweden\u2019s highest civilian honour in 2026?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The honour was awarded to Prime Minister of India, Narendra Modi, during his official visit to Sweden.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q2_What_is_the_name_of_Swedens_highest_civilian_honour\"><\/span>Q2. What is the name of Sweden\u2019s highest civilian honour?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It is known as the <strong>Royal Order of the Polar Star<\/strong>, which is awarded to foreign dignitaries for contributions to international relations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q3_Who_presented_the_award_to_PM_Modi\"><\/span>Q3. Who presented the award to PM Modi?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The award was presented by Victoria, Crown Princess of Sweden on behalf of the Swedish monarchy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q4_Why_is_this_award_significant_for_India%E2%80%93Sweden_relations\"><\/span>Q4. Why is this award significant for India\u2013Sweden relations?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It highlights strengthening diplomatic, economic, and technological cooperation between India and Sweden.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q5_How_many_international_honours_has_PM_Modi_received_so_far\"><\/span>Q5. How many international honours has PM Modi received so far?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">With this award, PM Modi has received <strong>31 international honours<\/strong> from various countries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q6_In_which_areas_are_India_and_Sweden_collaborating\"><\/span>Q6. 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