At pinnacle of UK society is monarchy. The royals hand out gongs chosen by government to those who support all things Bwitish.
I don't see the appeal. Mind you the chances of me being offered a knighthood are about as high as me ever wanting one. 
#AbolishTheMonarchy 

 @adc8087c you could get a knighthood easily. It's cheaper than ever. Just a few hundred thousand pounds donated to the right political party, and bob's your lordship.