1968 Maldivian presidential election

Presidential elections were held in the Maldives on 27 September 1968.[1] The election took the form of a referendum on the candidacy of Ibrahim Nasir, who was supported by 97% of voters.[1] The country was declared a republic on 11 November.[1]

1968 Maldivian presidential election

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Candidate Ibrahim Nasir
Party RMP
Percentage 97.16%

President before election

Mohamed Amin Didi
RMP

Elected President

Ibrahim Nasir
RMP

Background

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A referendum in March had resulted in a large majority (81%) voting in favour of replacing the sultanate with a republic.[2] On 9 September the Majlis held a vote on the presidential candidates, with Nasir receiving 35 votes and Musa Fathi one vote.[1]

In accordance with the constitution, a referendum was subsequently held on Nasir's candidacy.[1]

Results

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CandidateVotes%
Ibrahim Nasir97.16
Against2.84
Total
Registered voters/turnout99.00
Source: Direct Democracy

References

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  1. ^ a b c d e Maldives, 27 September 1968: Ibrahim Nasir as President Direct Democracy (in German)
  2. ^ Maldives, 15 March 1968: State reform Direct Democracy (in German)