Authority to enact subordinate legislation 233. A bylaw or decision of a local authority shall be subject Finance 234. Local authorities shall be provided with an annual to Acts or Regulation of the People’s Majlis. budget from the Treasury as provided in law, and shall also have authority, in accordance with statute, to raise funds. Ownership of property and liability for debts 235. Local authorities shall be empowered to own property and to incur liabilities, subject to any limitations prescribed by statute. CHAPTER IX SECURITY SERVICES Security services 236. The Maldivian security services, consisting of the Military Service and the Police Service, is established to enable all persons in the Maldives to live in peace, security and freedom. Responsibilities and duties 237. The Constitutional limitations 238. The actions of the security services must be exercised in security services shall protect the nation’s sovereignty, maintain its territorial integrity defend the constitution and democratic institutions, maintain and enforce law and order, and render assistance in emergencies. accordance with the Constitution and the law, and operate on the basis of accountability. The President shall ensure that these obligations of the security services are complied with. 83