History

The Shaktimat Order of Jhalavada was founded by His Majesty Maharaja Raj Sahib Siraj Sir Meghrajii Drangadhra Muyurdhwajsinhji Gandshyamsinhji Maharaja of Drangadhra, the ruler of the Principality of Drangadhra, in 1942. The Order is conferred in 6 Classes to citizens of Dhrangadra, however, some sources posit that the Order is only awarded in 3 Classes.

The I Class Decoration is worn around the neck from a ribbon and with a Breast Star.

The obverse features Devanagari script which translates to "By the Grace of God."

There may be an additional version of the I Class Neck Decoration which varies by composition.

There is limited information regarding this item.