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Introduction

  
   
The Yang di-Pertuan Agong portal is developed to fulfill the need for general knowledge concerning the institution of the Yang di-Pertuan Agong. The portal is developed for the purpose of providing information that is both authoritative and comprehensive so that the people can understand the Yang di-Pertuan Agong’s position in the Federal Constitution. This understanding is important for nurturing the feelings of love and loyalty towards the ruler and the nation.
  
       
   

The development of this portal has been monitored from time to time by the Pilot Committee made up of representatives from:

  
   
  • Pejabat Penyimpan Mohor Besar Raja-Raja
  • Jabatan Muzium dan Antikuiti
  • Perpustakaan Foto, Jabatan Perkhidmatan Penerangan Malaysia
  • Unit Khidmat Nasihat & Protokol, Jabatan Perdana Menteri
  • Pejabat Perhubungan Akhbar Istana Negara
  • Perpustakaan Negara Malaysia
 
       
    What information is contained in this portal?  
    There are 7 folders:  
   
  • Monarchy System
  • Status and Powers
  • His Majesty and Her Majesty
  • Royal Regalia
  • Royal and Palace Customs
  • Investiture of Federal Awards
  • National Palace
 
       
    How do I access in information?  
    There are 2 ways:  
     
   

a. Navigation Bar and Hyperlink
The Navigation Bar is situated on the left side of every page in the Yang di-Pertuan Agong portal. The hyperlink is situated at the bottom of every page in the Yang di-Pertuan Agongportal.

  • Identify the folder that contains the information you need.
  • Click on the folder button in the appropriate navigation bar.
  • The selected folder will be displayed.


Navigation Bar

 
Example in using the navigation bar and hyperlink
  • If you need to get information about the Monarchy System of Malaysia, click on the Monarchy System button on the navigation bar or the Monarchy System text on the hyperlink.
  • The Malaysia’s Monarchy System folder will be displayed.
 
 
 
   

Hyperlink
 
   
 
       
   

b. Search Engine

The search form is situated on the left of every page in the Yang di-Pertuan Agong portal.

  • Insert the keyword for the information that you require. There are several examples of keywords in the explanation section of every folder.
  • Click on the button or press ENTER.
  • A list of the pages containing the keyword will be displayed.
  • Click on the title in the list to display the information’s page.
Search Form
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Example on using the search engine
  • If you require information about dress code, insert the word lances 'dress code' in the search form.
  • Click on the button or press ENTER.
  • The pages containing the word dress code will be listed.
Sample of search input

Sample listing
   
  • Click on the title in the list to display the information’s page. For example, Dresses For Ceremonies And Functions
  • The chosen page will be displayed.
  
 
 
       
       
   
MONARCHY SYSYTEM
 
       
    What do I need to know about the Monarchy System in Malaysia?  
   
  • Act 32 of the Federal Constitution reinforces His Majesty’s position under the Constitution. This section also contains, amongst others, the process of electing the Yang di-Pertuan Agong and his Deputy, the list of rulers to choose from and the role of the Council of Rulers. It is also explained here how the balloting is carried out in the election of the Yang di-Pertuan Agong, the oath of officeis taken, and the handing of the Instrument of Office.
  
       
    Sub Folder  
   
  • The Status of The Yang di-Pertuan Agong and Timbalan Yang di-Pertuan Agong under Malaysian Constitution
  • Election Of The Yang di-Pertuan Agong And Timbalan Yang di-Pertuan Agong
  • List Of Rulers For The Election Of The Yang di-Pertuan Agong
  • Oath Of Office
  • Role of the Conference of Rulers in Constitutional Monarchy System in Malaysia
  • National Anthem
 
   
 
    Example of search keywords
  
    Monarchy, Constitutional Monarchy, Negaraku  
    To get information, click here.  
   
 
   
 
  
    STATUS AND POWERS  
       
    What is the position and what are the powers of His Majesty the Yang di-Pertuan Agong in the Malaysian Constitution?  
   
  • This section explains in detail the function of the Yang di-Pertuan Agong as Head of State, that is Executive, Legislative and Judiciary. It also explains the other important duties of the Yang di-Pertuan Agong like safeguarding the special rights of Malays, granting royal pardons, and holding the position of the Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces. It also includes matters outside the purview of the Yang di-Pertuan Agong.
 
       
    Sub Folder  
   
  • The Status And Powers Of The Yang di-Pertuan Agong
  • The Position Of The Yang di-Pertuan Agong
  • Executive Functions (Article 39)
  • Legislative Functions (Article 44)
  • Judicial Functions
  • Other Important Duties Of The Yang di-Pertuan Agong
  • Appointment Of Persons To Important Posts
  • Disabilities Of The Yang di-Pertuan Agong
  • Patron
  
   
 
    Examples of search keywords
  
    Legislative, Powers, Judicial, Executive Functions  
    To get information, click here.  
   
 
       
    HIS MAJESTY AND HER MAJESTY  
       
    To get to know better His Majesty the Yang di-Pertuan Agong, the Royal biography and album  
   
  • This section showcases information concerning the Yang di-Pertuan Agong from the 1st till the 12th. It includes a personal biography of every Yang di-Pertuan Agong and Raja Permaisuri Agong including an interesting royal album. The collection of their majesties’ pictures before and after their election as Yang di-Pertuan Agong include many that cannot be found in any other publications.
  
       
    Sub Folder  
   
  • Seri Paduka Baginda Yang di-Pertuan Agong I and Raja Permaisuri Agong
  • Seri Paduka Baginda Yang di-Pertuan Agong II and Raja Permaisuri Agong
  • Seri Paduka Baginda Yang di-Pertuan Agong III and Raja Permaisuri Agong
  • Seri Paduka Baginda Yang di-Pertuan Agong IV and Raja Permaisuri Agong
  • Seri Paduka Baginda Yang di-Pertuan Agong V and Raja Permaisuri Agong
  • Seri Paduka Baginda Yang di-Pertuan Agong VI and Raja Permaisuri Agong
  • Seri Paduka Baginda Yang di-Pertuan Agong VII and Raja Permaisuri Agong
  • Seri Paduka Baginda Yang di-Pertuan Agong VIII and Raja Permaisuri Agong
  • Seri Paduka Baginda Yang di-Pertuan Agong IX and Raja Permaisuri Agong
  • Seri Paduka Baginda Yang di-Pertuan Agong X and Raja Permaisuri Agong
  • Seri Paduka Baginda Yang di-Pertuan Agong XI and Raja Permaisuri Agong
  • Seri Paduka Baginda Yang di-Pertuan Agong XII and Raja Permaisuri Agong
  
       
    Examples of search keywords
  
    Permaisuri Agong, Agong, Yang di-Pertuan Agong  
    To get information, click here.  
   
 
       
    ROYAL REGALIA  
       
    What are the Royal Regalia found in Istana Negara?  
   
  • A list of The Royal Regalia is found in this section. The background, origin, how and when these items are used are also explained in detail. The various ways to wear and fashion the tengkolok (the royal head-dress)like Lang Menyususn Angin, Garam Sebuku Dendam Tak Sudah etc as well as the Queen’s necklace that can be taken apart into earrings, brooches and studs are among the interesting material that can be seen in this section. These items are also shown in 3D form for a clearer and brighter picture.
  
       
    Sub Folder  
   
  • Tengkolok Diraja
  • Gendik Diraja
  • Cogan Alam
  • Cogan Agama
  • Cokmar
  • Pending Diraja
  • Kalung Diraja
  • Keris Panjang Diraja
  • Keris Pendek Diraja
  • Pedang, Keris Panjang and Sundang
  • Tombak Berambu
  • Payung Ubur-ubur
  • Nobat
  • Muskat
  • Panji-Panji Diraja
  
       
    Examples of search keywords
  
   
Royal Regalia, Royal Head-Dress, Royal Tiara, Sceptre of the World , Sceptre of Religion, Maces, Royal Waist Buckle, Royal Necklace, Royal Long Keris, Royal Short Keris, Sword, Fringed-Collared Spears, Yellow Umbrellas, Nobat, Robe Of Office, Royal Flag
  
    To get information, click here.  
   
 
       
    ROYAL AND PALACE CUSTOMS  
       
    What are the Royal and Palace Customs observed at Istana Negara?  
   
  • There are various customs that need to be publicly known like the audience with the king by members of the public, uniformed officials, speaking conventions, seating protocol and dining etiquette. The dress code when attending palace ceremonies and functions, the etiquette when dining with the Yang di-Pertuan Agong as well as many others are explained in great detail in this section. The type of spoken language used during an audience, preparing the speech of allegiace and how to write a letter to the Yang di-Pertuan Agong are also part of the interesting information that need to be known and which can be found in this section.
  
       
    Sub Folder  
   
  • Etiquette
  • Royal Language
  • Preparation Of Speeches
  • Letter-Writing Etiquette
  • Dresses For Ceremonies And Functions
  • Installation Ceremony
  • Royal Banquet In Conjunction With The Installation Ceremony
  • Royal High Tea In Conjunction With The Installation
  • Other Ceremonies, Functions And Events
 
       
    Examples of search keywords
  
    Installation, Custom, Tea Party, Functions, Ceremony, Speeches  
    To get information, click here.  
   
 
       
    FEDERAL AWARDS AND HONOURS  
       
    What are the federation awards?  
   
  • The Federation Awards are usually conferred during His Majesty the Yang di\-Pertuan Agong’s Birthday or whenever is appropriate. Among the awards are those categorized by seniority, by type, title-carrying awards, awards of limited quantity and awards that are in the federation hierarchy list. It also explains the criteria for nomination to get an Award, rules governing the use of the award and a list of recipients.
  
       
    Sub Folder  
   
  • The History Of The Federal Awards
  • List Of Awards According To Ranking
  • List Of Awards According To Family
  • List Of Awards According To Category
  • List Of Awards That Carry Titles
  • List Of Awards That Are Limited In Number Of Confernment
  • List Of Awards According To Federal Ranking
  • Terminology
  • The Use Of Initials After Names
  • Dress Code
  • Etiquette For The Adornment Of Awards
  • Basis Of Nomination
  • Privileges For Recipients Of Federal Awards
  • Investiture Of Awards
  • Darjah Kerabat Diraja Malaysia (D.K.M.)
  • Darjah Utama Seri Mahkota Negara (D.M.N.)
  • Seri Maharaja Mangku Negara (S.M.N.)
  • Panglima Mangku Negara (P.M.N.)
  • Johan Mangku Negara (J.M.N.)
  • Kesatria Mangku Negara (K.M.N.)
  • Ahli Mangku Negara (A.M.N.)
  • Pingat Pangkuan Negara (P.P.N.)
  • Seri Setia Mahkota (S.S.M.)
  • Panglima Setia Mahkota (P.S.M.)
  • Johan Setia Mahkota (J.S.M.)
  • Panglima Jasa Negara (P.J.N.)
  • Panglima Setia Diraja (P.S.D.)
  • Johan Setia Diraja (J.S.D.)
  • Kesatria Setia Diraja (K.S.D.)
  • Bentara Setia Diraja (B.S.D)
  • Darjah Bakti (D.B.)
  • Seri Pahlawan Gagah Perkasa(S.P.)
  • Panglima Gagah Berani (P.G.B.)
  • Jasa Perkasa Persekutuan (J.P.P.)
  • Pingat Tentera Udara (P.T.U.)
  • Pingat Kebaktian (P.K.)
  • Pingat Khidmat Berbakti (P.K.B.)
  • Pingat Perkhidmatan Am (P.P.A.)
  • Pingat Perkhidmatan Setia (P.P.S.)
  • Kepujian Perutusan Keberanian (K.P.K.)
  • Pingat Peringatan Malaysia (P.P.M.)
  • Pingat-pingat Pertabalan
 
       
    Examples of search keywords
  
    Award, Medal  
    To get information, click here.  
   
 
       
    NATIONAL PALACE  
       
    Curious about the Istana Negara?  
   
  • Istana Negara is the official residence of His Majesty the Yang di-Pertuan Agong and Her Majesty the Raja Permaisuri Agong. There are two categories of areas in the Istana Negara, i.e. the area arround the building housing the Throne Room, the Banquet Hall, the Conference Room of the Council of Rulers, Small Audience Room, Ambassadors’ Room, Small Throne Room, Queen’s Room, Ministers’ Room and Throne Room. The area outside the Istana Negara are the Istana Gardens and Istana Square. The functions of each area are explained in detail in this section. Virtual visits to a few of these areas are also provided to give a clearer picture.
  
       
    Sub Folder  
   
  • Balairong Seri
  • Singgahsana
  • Dewan Banquet
  • Bilik Mesyuarat Majlis Raja-Raja
  • Dewan Mengadap Kecil
  • Bilik Duta
  • Bilik Singgahsana Kecil
  • Bilik Permaisuri
  • Bilik Menteri
 
       
    Examples of search keywords
  
   

Balairong Seri, Singgahsana, Dewan Banquet, Bilik Mesyuarat Majlis Raja-Raja, Dewan Mengadap Kecil, Bilik Duta, Bilik Singgahsana Kecil, Bilik Permaisuri, Bilik Menteri

 
    To get information, click here.  
   
 
       
   
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