The Administrative Court of Thailand

Emblem

The Emblem of the Administrative Court

    His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej The Great has graciously given his permission to use “the sceptre” as part of the emblem of the Administrative Court and the Office of the Administrative Courts. The sceptre is placed in the center of an oval background and over a golden receptacle used to support important objects that are being offered to royalty. Two bowls are suspended on either side of the sceptre indicating two equal weights in balance. Under the golden receptacle at the base, there is a wreath of apple blossom leaves running parallel to the circumference of the oval. The meanings of these symbols are as follows:

    Oval: The oval shape signifies never-ending dynamism. It reflects continuous development and progress.

    Balance: The two weights in balance symbolize equilibrium, equality, and justice without discrimination while upholding fairness.

    Sceptre: The sceptre indicates that the Administrative Court and the Office of the Administrative Courts were established during the reign of His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej The Great. The sceptre reminds all administrative judges and officials of the Office of the Administrative Courts that they must be fair to all people and that they must carry out their duties in accordance with the purpose for which the Administrative Court was established.

    Gilded Receptacle: The gilded receptacle is used to support important objects when offering them to royalty or persons of high position. In this case, it is the sceptre, which is a symbol of His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej The Great.

    Apple Blossom Leaves: The name of this tree in Thai means “victory”. It is one of Thailand’s Nine Auspicious Trees and is said to bring good luck, ensure continued high rank and afford victory. In the emblem of the Administrative Court and the Office of the Administrative Courts, these leaves signify victory in thought and in proceedings.