The Human Rights Commission of Maldives (HRCM) expressed concern with the recent political unrest and turmoil in the capital, condemning the damage to private property and physical harm caused to police officers and civilians during clashes that took place on the night of July 14.
A press statement issued by the commission yesterday notes “regrettably” that irresponsible rhetoric that creates hostility and strife among the public was undermining the rights and freedoms enshrined in the constitution as well as threatening social stability and public safety.
“And since such actions on the part of either political parties or responsible persons that encourage unrest and inhumane acts hamper the rights of citizens under a democratic system of governance, the commission calls on all parties to restrain from such acts and conduct political activities responsibly,” it reads.
The HRCM further calls upon the government to strengthen its efforts to protect an individual’s right to life, liberty and security of person as well as the right to privacy and the right to protect one’s reputation and good name.
The commission urged the government not to make arrests outside the bounds of the law.
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