It is time that Parliamentary Opposition Leader Lim Kit Siang is recognised for his efforts and commitment to uphold the cause of democracy, justice, fair play and human rights.

In view of this, Parti Reformasi Insan Malaysia (Prim) said the veteran politician should be considered for the honorific Tun title.

"It is about time the government of the day displays magnanimity and rises above the narrow establishment political mindset and recognise the role of the opposition," said Prim pro-tem secretary-general P Uthayakumar.

According to him, Lim is the single most significant opposition political personalty whose contributions over the decades has kept democracy alive.

"By honouring him with a 'Tunship' the leadership of Prime Minister Abdullah Ahmad Badawi would de departing from the conventional establishment mindset," he said in a statement.