Order of the Indian Empire
Order of chivalry
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The Most Eminent Order of the Indian Empire is an order of chivalry founded by Queen Victoria on 1 January 1878. Wikipedia
Date established: January 1, 1878
Awarded for: At the monarch's pleasure
Next (higher): Order of St Michael and St George
Next (lower): Royal Victorian Order
Status: Not awarded since 1947; Dormant order since 2010