Freedom of Peaceful Assembly Act
law_policyTracked since 2023-10-18
Since 2013-01-01
Freedom of Peaceful Assembly Act Amendment (Maldives, 2020)
Peaceful Assembly Act
Act No. 1/2013
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Events
2026-02-04
Last Mention
Committee-approved amendment removing requirement for police written approval for peaceful protests in Maldives
A law enacted by the People's Majlis of Maldives governing the right to peaceful assembly. It has been used to arrest pro-Palestinian protesters for gathering near diplomatic missions.
Role
legislation
Affiliation
People's Majlis
Location
Maldives
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German embassy
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Adhaalath Party
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British embassy
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Aishath Shadhiya
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Dr Shazra Ibrahim
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People's Majlis
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Abdulla Yameen Abdul Gayoom
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Maldives Police Service
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Maldivian Democratic Party
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Criminal Court
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Human Rights Commission
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Article 32 of the national constitution
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Topics
politics
protest
legislation
security
protests
gatherings
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Maldives Republic
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People's Majlis
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Concerned
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Positive
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Activity Timeline
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2026-02-04
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