title: 1983 Maldivian presidential election
text: # 1983 Maldivian presidential election
  
  Presidential elections were held in the Maldives on 30 September 1983. Maumoon Abdul Gayoom was the sole candidate nominated by Parliament. His candidacy was approved by 95.6% of voters.
  
  ## Results
  
  | Candidate | Votes | % |
  | - | - | - |
  | Maumoon Abdul Gayoom | 57,913 | 95.62 |
  | Against | 2,651 | 4.38 |
  | Total | 60,564 | 100.00 |
  | Source: Direct Democracy |||
  