HRCM concerned over “actions against the spirit of democracy”
01 Feb 2011, 5:50 PM
Ahmed Nazeer
The Human Rights Commission of the Maldives (HRCM) has expressed concern that actions “against the spirit of democracy” are occurring during the Local Council Election campaigns.
The Commission said it had noted that “irresponsibility and disrespect” had caused assaults and vandalism, which were affecting society.
”A peaceful environment, equal opportunity for all candidates to campaign, freedom of expression, freedom of gathering, freedom to travel and a just judicial system is required for an independent and fair election,” HRCM said.
The Commission called on all the citizens and candidates to follow the Local Council Act and the Constitution to conduct an election that is fair, free from fear and influence.
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