The early 1900s marked one of the darkest chapters in Maldivian history. Among the most infamous moments was the tearing apart of the nation’s very first constitution, the forced abdication of a reigning sultan, and the scandal that surrounded a crown prince.

In this episode, I present my research on Motaru Boatu Gadubadu (the Motor Boat Coup)

Maldivian history has primarily been preserved through oral traditions, with limited written documentation available. As a result, some details presented in this episode may not be entirely precise. 

However, I have made every effort to compile and synthesize the information from the sources I was able to access.

Below is a list of references consulted in the research process:

Abdul Hakeem Hussain Manik (1994). Hassan Fareedhuge Thaareekh adhi Dhivehi Thaareekhge thanthankolhu. Retrieved from: https://saruna.mnu.edu.mv/server/api/core/bitstreams/7a971215-5b67-4080-b08c-3af9a8435f15/content

Abdulla Saeed (2022). Gaanoon Asaasee Liyumaai Vidhaalun. Retrieved from: 

https://thiladhun.com/88760

Mariyam Sana (2022). Furathama Gaanoon Asaasee Veedhaalun. Retrieved from: 

https://theeru.com/post/2143/2237

 Peoples Majilis (2025). History of Majilis. Retrieved from: https://majlis.gov.mv/en/pes/history-of-majlis

Dr Shamsul Falaah. How the law in the Maldives paved the way for a Sunni legal tradition. Retrieved from: 

https://melbourneasiareview.edu.au/how-the-law-in-the-maldives-paved-the-way-for-a-sunni-legal-tradition/0

Husnu Al Suood.Political System of the Ancient Kingdom. Retrieved from: https://justicesuood.com/public/uploads/1611685910668Political_System_of_the_Ancient_Kingdom.pdf