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Relief from Sharif
Read article →: Relief from SharifIn the year 1985, a vivid childhood memory etched itself into my mind. I, barely 13 years old, watched with unbridled curiosity as the…
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Democracy Betrayed – Behind the Mask of the Island President
Read article →: Democracy Betrayed – Behind the Mask of the Island PresidentThis document explores and analyses the events surrounding the resignation of Maldives’ first democratically elected President from office.
Restoring Impartiality
Read article →: Restoring ImpartialityWorking in the Office of the Attorney was not new to me. In 1995, I had served a brief stint as a State Attorney…
A Cabinet Outsider
Read article →: A Cabinet OutsiderAt the time, it felt like just another routine day at the office. I had returned from a hearty breakfast in the court cafeteria…
Article 9 – Shining a Light on Rights
Read article →: Article 9 – Shining a Light on RightsTo say the country’s criminal justice system was one-sided would be a gross understatement. Authorities had the ability to arrest individuals at will. No…
Article 8 – The Endless Detentions
Read article →: Article 8 – The Endless DetentionsAt one time, it was the norm for Criminal Court judges to hear accused individuals say, “I was tortured,” “I was beaten,” or, “I…
Article 7: How Taking a Principled Stance Won Respect
Read article →: Article 7: How Taking a Principled Stance Won RespectI was appointed Chief Judge of the Criminal Court on January 20, 2003. The duty included overseeing the Juvenile Court. Mr. Ahmed Mueez and…
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Democracy Betrayed – Behind the Mask of the Island President
Read article →: Democracy Betrayed – Behind the Mask of the Island PresidentThis document explores and analyses the events surrounding the resignation of Maldives’ first democratically elected President from office.
Report of the Commission of National Inquiry, Maldives
Read article →: Report of the Commission of National Inquiry, MaldivesOfficial findings of the multinational committee setup by the Government of the Maldives in partnership with international partners if President Nasheed on 7th February…
Through the reforms of the 6th Presidential Term of President Maumoon Abdul Gayyoom
Read article →: Through the reforms of the 6th Presidential Term of President Maumoon Abdul GayyoomClick the below link to view the article “Through the reforms of the 6th Presidential Term of President Maumoon Abdul Gayyoom” published by the…
