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Maldives Independence Day falls on the 26th of July. Read about the Independence Day celebrations in Maldives republic.


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Maldives Independence Day

Date: 26th July
Significance: Celebrates the complete independence of Maldives
Highlights: Parades by the National Security Services and the National Cadet Corps. Performances by school children dressed in colorful costumes


Maldives Independence DayMaldives Independence Day has a lot of significance, as it is on this day that this country got freedom from the clutches of Britishers. It falls on the 26th in the month of July. In the year 1887, Maldives became a British Protectorate. During that time, the Britishers agreed that they wont interfere in the internal affairs of Maldives. However, when it came to foreign matters, the Britishers had to be consulted.

As a part of agreement, the Britishers said that in return, they would ensure that Maldives is safe and won't be subjected to any colonial intimidation. Later on, on 26th July 1965, Maldivians were granted full independence. Independence Day celebrations in Maldives take place on a large scale. The main highlights of the Independence Day of Maldives consist of the parades by the National Security Services and the National Cadet Corps. It is followed by various performances by school children dressed in colorful costumes.