Maldives abolished the death penalty after 61 years . Some provisions of the new law mean minors could potentially be executed . `` The High Representative holds a strong and principled position against the death penalty , '' a statement issued by her office said . U.N and NGOs have expressed their opposition to the decision .
Maldives abolished the death penalty after 61 years . Some provisions of the new law mean minors could potentially be executed . U.N and NGOs have expressed their opposition to the decision .