Prime Minister of the Maldives
Head of government in the Maldives (1835–1975)
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The prime minister of the Maldives was the head of government of the Maldives, during the Sultanate and the first and second republics between 1835 and 1975. The last Prime Minister was Ahmed Zaki, during the presidency of Ibrahim Nasir. On 6 March 1975, Zaki was removed from office and the position was abolished.[1]
| Prime Minister of the Maldives | |
|---|---|
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 Standard of the Prime Minister | |
| Style | |
| Status | Head of government (abolished) |
| Member of | Cabinet |
| Appointer | The president[a] |
| Final holder | Ahmed Zaki |
| Abolished | 6 March 1975 |
The prime minister was appointed by the Sultan following the consent of the Majlis.[2]
Prime ministers of the Maldives
Ibrahim Dhoshimeynaa Kilegefaanu served as Prime Minister on three occasions between 1883 and 1925. Abdul Majeed Didi served as Prime Minister from 1926 to 1932. Muhammad Fareed Didi served as Prime Minister from 1932 to 1944. Mohamed Amin Didi served as Prime Minister from 1945 to 1952.[3]
After restoration of the Sultanate, Ibrahim Ali Didi served as Prime Minister from March 1954 to 1957[4] and Ibrahim Nasir served as Prime Minister from December 1957 to November 1968.[5]
During the Republic, there was only one Prime Minister. Ahmed Zaki served as Prime Minister from August 1972 to March 1975.[6] After Zaki was dismissed by Nasir, the post was abolished by Nasir and the abolition was approved by the People's Majlis. At the same time, appointment of vice presidents occurred.[1]
See also
Note
- During the Sultanate, the prime minister was appointed by the Sultan and during the republic, they were appointed by the President.