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President
The President is the head of the country. Maldivians vote for the President every 5 years.
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Our Government
Study
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Our Government
A government is the group of people who make and carry out the rules of a country. Maldives is a democracy.
What you'll learn
Main skills from this lesson
Name the President's role
Know the three branches of government
Understand voting
Name two rights and two duties
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People's Majlis
The People's Majlis (Parliament) makes the laws. People in each atoll vote for members.
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Courts
Courts decide what is fair when there is a problem. Judges follow the law.
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Voting
When you turn 18 you can vote. Voting is a chance to choose who leads.
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Remember
Each vote counts equally — yours and the President's!
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Children's rights
Right to a name, school, health care and to be safe. Adults must protect these rights.
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Our duties
Follow the rules, respect others, help our island, keep our country clean.
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Great work
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