Presidential elections were held in the Maldives on 17 October 2003. The election took the form of a referendum on a single candidate nominated by the People's Majlis.[1] Incumbent President Maumoon Abdul Gayoom was nominated for a sixth term, and was approved by 90% of voters.
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Results
edit| Candidate | Votes | % |
|---|---|---|
| Maumoon Abdul Gayoom | 102,909 | 90.28 |
| Against | 11,083 | 9.72 |
| Total | 113,992 | 100.00 |
| Valid votes | 113,992 | 99.25 |
| Invalid/blank votes | 857 | 0.75 |
| Total votes | 114,849 | 100.00 |
| Registered voters/turnout | 148,271 | 77.46 |
| Source: IFES | ||
References
edit- ^ Election Profile IFES Election Guide