Religious titles like ayatollah are thus conferred by the faithful to the cleric, in recognition of scholarship, leadership, wisdom and courage.

On this occasion a baronetcy was conferred upon Thompson, in recognition of the ability with which he had helped forward the undertaking.

The Drucker Medal is conferred in recognition of distinguished contributions to the fields of applied mechanics and mechanical engineering.

This award is conferred in recognition of the high standards that characterize the Department's reporting, analysis, and advocacy efforts.

In 1998, he was conferred the public service medal in recognition of his contributions to the community.

The baronetcy was conferred on him in recognition of his services to the successful submersion of the Atlantic Cables of 1865 and 1866.

In 1992, President Premadasa conferred on him the national honour Deshabandu in recognition of his distinguished service to the country.

On October 8, 2002, Monteiro was conferred the Cultural Medallion in recognition of his artistic excellence and contributions.

The degree was conferred in recognition of efforts in the area of environmentalism.

He was conferred the title 'Mahamahoadhyaya' by the British government in 1893, in recognition to his contribution in the field of astronomy.