The Human Rights Commission of the Maldives was established as an independent statutory body on 10 December 2003 by the Human Rights Commission Act.

Its goal is to lead the promotion and protection of human rights set out in the Maldives Constitution, Islamic Shari'ah and regional and international human rights conventions ratified by the Maldives.

The Commission also assists and encourages non-governmental organisations in creating awareness and in promoting human rights.