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MNJR Volume 13 Special Issue (Theveli 2025)
Vol. 13 No. Special Issue (2025)FOUNDING EDITOR
Dr. Hassan Hameed, Former Chancellor MNUEDITOR-IN-CHIEF
Dr. Mariyam Shahuneeza Naseer, MNUEDITORS
Aishath Shaheen Ismail, MNU
Dr. Aminath Zahir, MNU
Dr. Shuaib Rasheed, MNUMNJR EDITORIAL BOARD MEMBERS
Dr. Aishath Shehenaz Adam, MNU
Dr. Raheema Abdul Raheem, MNU
Dr. Ali Fawaz Shareef, MNU
Dr. Barbara Adams, University of Alaska, Fairbanks, USA
Professor Wilfredo V Alangui, Department of Mathematics and Computer Science, University of the Philippines, Philippines
Professor Maria Cecillia Fantinato, Fluminense Federal University, Brazil
Professor Dr. Mohd Mizan bin Mohammad Aslam, , Department of International Relations, National Defence University of Malaysia, Malaysia
Professor Dr. Ainul Jaria Maidin, Ahmed Ibrahim Kulliyyah of Laws, International Islamic University Malaysia, Malaysia
Associate Professor Dr. Aza Sherin Binti Mohamad Yusuf, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, Universiti Sains Islam Malaysia, Malaysia
Dr. Shazla Mohamed, MNU
Dr. Nadhiya Abdulla, MNU
Associate Professor Sandra Trotman, Nova South Eastern University, Florida, USA
Professor Dr. Muhammad Azam Khan, PMAS-ARID Agriculture University Rawalpindi, PakistanREVIEWERS OF THIS ISSUE
Dr. Aminath Sudha, Assistant Professor, MNU
Dr. Mohamed Umar, Assistant Professor, MNU
Dr. Ahmed Inaz, Senior Lecturer, MNU
Abdulla Zakariyya, Director General, Capital Market Devolopment Authority
Abdulla Jameel, Lecturer, MNU
Farooq Ahmed, Assistant Manager, Agro National Corporation Private Limited
Fathimath Razeena (Independent Researcher)
Ahmed Mohamed, CEO, Univiya Holdings
Hawwa Fajuwa, CFO, Maldives Pension Administration Office
Dr. Abdul Azeez Hameed, Dhamanaveshi (Health Protection Authority)
Aminath Nihan, Learning & Development Manager, TreeTop HospitalTECHNICAL ASSISTANCE
Mrs. Maryam Uhaamath, Research Assistant, MNU -
MNJR Volume 13 Issue 1
Vol. 13 No. 1 (2025)FOUNDING EDITOR
Dr. Hassan Hameed, Former Chancellor MNUEDITOR-IN-CHIEF
Dr. Mariyam Shahuneeza Naseer, MNU
EDITORS
Dr. Aminath Riyaz, MNU
Aishath Shaheen Ismail, MNU
Dr. Shuaib Rasheed, MNU
MNJR EDITORIAL BOARD MEMBERS
Dr. Aishath Shehenaz Adam, MNU
Dr. Raheema Abdul Raheem, MNU
Dr. Ali Fawaz Shareef, MNU
Dr. Barbara Adams, University of Alaska, Fairbanks, USA
Professor Wilfredo V Alangui, Department of Mathematics and Computer Science, University of the Philippines, Philippines
Professor Maria Cecillia Fantinato, Fluminense Federal University, Brazil
Professor Dr. Mohd Mizan bin Mohammad Aslam, , Department of International Relations, National Defence University of Malaysia, Malaysia
Professor Dr. Ainul Jaria Maidin, , Ahmed Ibrahim Kulliyyah of Laws, International Islamic University Malaysia, Malaysia
Associate Professor Dr. Aza Sherin Binti Mohamad Yusuf, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, Universiti Sains Islam Malaysia, Malaysia
Dr. Shazla Mohamed, MNU
Dr. Nadhiya Abdulla, MNU
Associate Professor Sandra Trotman, Nova South Eastern University, Florida, USA
Professor Dr. Muhammad Azam Khan, PMAS-ARID Agriculture University Rawalpindi, PakistanREVIEWERS OF THIS ISSUE
Dr. Aishath Ali, Senior Lecturer, MNU
Dr. Aishath Waheeda, DVC Academic Affairs, IUM
Ismail Azzam Wajeeh, Project Manager, MNU
Ibrahim Nasreen, Managing Direcor, PSM
Dr. Aminath Shiyama, Quality Assurance Controller, MNU
Aishath Azdha, Senior Lecturer, IUM
Dr. Abdul Muhsin Mohamed, Faculty of Engineering, Science and Technology, MNU
Rasheed Bari, National Convener, FANSA
Dr. Zeenaz Hussain, Assistant Professor, Faculty of Hospitality and Tourism Studies, MNU
Dr. Zakiyya Moosa, Implementation Coordinator, Maldives Polytechnic
Fathimath Nasiha Abdul Muhaimin, Head of Center, MNU
Dr. Ahmed Ali Jaleel, Visiting Lecturer, MNU
Aminath Shazly, Senior Lecturer, MNU
Ali Shareef, Special Envoy for Climate Change, The Presidents Office
Zeenaz Fahumee, School of Nursing, MNU
Dr. Hassan Umar, Chief Inspector of Police, Maldives Police Service
Aishath Leeza, Senior Lecturer, MNU
Aishath Sinaau, Senior Lecturer, IUM
Hawwa Wajudha, Associate Lecturer, MNU
Dr. Fathimath Muna, Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Cities, Local Government and Public Works
Dr. Fathimath Nazla Rafeeg (Independent Researcher)
Dr. Ibrahim Mohamed, Environmental Social Science and Climate Change Adaptation Expert
Michelle Ahmed (Independent Researcher)TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE
Mrs. Maryam Uhaamath, Research Assistant, MNU -
MNJR Volume 12 Special Issue (Theveli 2024)
Vol. 12 No. Special Issue (2024)FOUNDING EDITOR
Dr. Hassan Hameed, Former Chancellor MNUEDITOR-IN-CHIEF
Dr. Mariyam Shahuneeza Naseer, MNU
EDITOR
Dr. Aminath Riyaz, MNU
MNJR EDITORIAL BOARD MEMBERS
Dr. Aishath Shehenaz Adam, MNU
Dr. Raheema Abdul Raheem, MNU
Dr. Ali Fawaz Shareef, MNU
Dr. Barbara Adams, University of Alaska, Fairbanks, USA
Professor Wilfredo V Alangui, Department of Mathematics and Computer Science, University of the Philippines, Philippines
Professor Maria Cecillia Fantinato, Fluminense Federal University, Brazil
Professor Dr. Mohd Mizan bin Mohammad Aslam, , Department of International Relations, National Defence University of Malaysia, Malaysia
Professor Dr. Ainul Jaria Maidin, , Ahmed Ibrahim Kulliyyah of Laws, International Islamic University Malaysia, Malaysia
Associate Professor Dr. Aza Sherin Binti Mohamad Yusuf, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, Universiti Sains Islam Malaysia, Malaysia
Dr. Shazla Mohamed, MNU
Dr. Nadhiya Abdulla, MNU
Associate Professor Sandra Trotman, Nova South Eastern University, Florida,
Professor Dr. Muhammad Azam Khan, PMAS-ARID Agriculture University Rawalpindi, PakistanREVIEWERS OF THIS ISSUE
Dr. Aishath Shaira, Assistant Professor, MNU
Mohamed Rasheed, Researcher, Social Enterprise Maldives
Dr.Aminath Huda, Senior Lecturer MNU
Dr. Ahmed Mohamed Saeed, General Practitioner Noosandha
Ms. Aishath Shaheen ismail, Research Fellow, MNU
Dr. Abdul Azeez Hameed,Senior Medical Doctor, Dhamanaveshi
Dr. Razana Faiz, Senior Lecturer, MNU
Ms. Asiya Abdul Raheem, Senior Dietitian, IGMH
Ms. Shiuna Ahmed, Lecturer, MNU
Ms. Aaidha Hammad, Lecturer, MNU
Dr. Sheeza Ali, Dean, School of Medicine, MNU
Dr. Mariyam Jenyfa, Public health Specialist
Mr. Ismail Azzam Wajeeh, Project Manager, MNU
Ms. Wadheea Thaufeeq, Senior Lecturer / HOD (Department of Environment and Natural Science), MNU
Ms. Mariyam Rifga, Individual Consultant
Ms. Zeenath Shakir, Lecturer, MNU
Ms. Fathimath Naffath Abdul Wahhab, Chairperson, Agronational Corporation
Ms. Abdullah Jameel,Lecturer, MNU
Ms. Mariyam Laiza
Mr. Farooq AhmedTECHNICAL ASSISTANCE
Ms. Aminath Habiyya, Senior Administrative Officer, MNU -
MNJR Volume 12 Issue 2
Vol. 12 No. 2 (2024)FOUNDING EDITOR
Dr. Hassan Hameed, Former Chancellor MNUEDITOR-IN-CHIEF
Dr. Mariyam Shahuneeza Naseer, MNU
EDITOR
Dr. Aminath Riyaz, MNU
MNJR EDITORIAL BOARD MEMBERS
Dr. Aishath Shehenaz Adam, MNU
Dr. Raheema Abdul Raheem, MNU
Dr. Ali Fawaz Shareef, MNU
Dr. Barbara Adams, University of Alaska, Fairbanks, USA
Professor Wilfredo V Alangui, Department of Mathematics and Computer Science, University of the Philippines, Philippines
Professor Maria Cecillia Fantinato, Fluminense Federal University, Brazil
Professor Dr. Mohd Mizan bin Mohammad Aslam, , Department of International Relations, National Defence University of Malaysia, Malaysia
Professor Dr. Ainul Jaria Maidin, , Ahmed Ibrahim Kulliyyah of Laws, International Islamic University Malaysia, Malaysia
Associate Professor Dr. Aza Sherin Binti Mohamad Yusuf, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, Universiti Sains Islam Malaysia, Malaysia
Dr. Shazla Mohamed, MNU
Dr. Nadhiya Abdulla, MNU
Associate Professor Sandra Trotman, Nova South Eastern University, Florida,
Professor Dr. Muhammad Azam Khan, PMAS-ARID Agriculture University Rawalpindi, PakistanREVIEWERS OF THIS ISSUE
Ms. Rifaath Hassan, Research Associate, Research Development Office, MNU
Mr. Hassan Shuabee,Freelance Consultant
Dr. Nadhiya Abdulla, Research Associate, Research Development Office, MNU
Ms. Hawwa Leesha Wisam, Author / Lecturer (freelance)
Dr. Waseema Fikuree, Assistant Professor Feculty of Education, MNU
Ms. Nasheeda Rasheed , Associate Lecturer, MNU Business School MNU
Mr. Abdullah Zakariyya, Director General, Capital Market Development Authority
Ms. Aishath Shaheen ismail, Research Fellow, Research Development Office, MNUTECHNICAL ASSISTANCE
Ms. Aminath Habiyya, Senior Administrative Officer, MNU -
MNJR Volume 12 Issue 1
Vol. 12 No. 1 (2024)The Maldives National Journal of Research
A double-blind refereed journal of the Maldives National University
(c) The Maldives National Journal of Research (Print version: ISSN 2308-5959).
FOUNDING EDITOR
Dr. Hassan Hameed, Former Chancellor MNUEDITOR-IN-CHIEF
Dr. Mariyam Shahuneeza Naseer, MNUEDITOR
Dr. Aminath Riyaz, MNUMNJR EDITORIAL BOARD MEMBERS
Dr. Aishath Shehenaz Adam, MNU
Dr. Raheema Abdul Raheem, MNU
Dr. Ali Fawaz Shareef, MNU
Dr. Barbara Adams, University of Alaska, Fairbanks, USA
Professor Wilfredo V Alangui, Department of Mathematics and Computer Science, University of the Philippines, Philippines
Professor Maria Cecillia Fantinato, Fluminense Federal University, Brazil
Professor Dr. Mohd Mizan bin Mohammad Aslam, , Department of International Relations, National Defence University of Malaysia, Malaysia
Professor Dr. Ainul Jaria Maidin, , Ahmed Ibrahim Kulliyyah of Laws, International Islamic University Malaysia, Malaysia
Associate Professor Dr. Aza Sherin Binti Mohamad Yusuf, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, Universiti Sains Islam Malaysia, Malaysia
Dr. Shazla Mohamed, MNU
Dr. Nadhiya Abdulla, MNU
Associate Professor Sandra Trotman, Nova South Eastern University, Florida,
Professor Dr. Muhammad Azam Khan, PMAS-ARID Agriculture University Rawalpindi, PakistanREVIEWERS OF THIS ISSUE
Ms. Aishath Shaheen ismail, Research Fellow, Research Development Office, MNU
Ms. Nash’aa Ahmed Naseem, PhD Candidate, University of Auckland
Dr. Aishath Reesha, Assistant Professor, Kulliyyah of Education, IUM
Dr. Mariyam Jenyfa, MBBS,MPH, Health Protection Agency
Dr. Aishath Shanoora, Dean, Faculty of Health Sciences, MNU
Mr. Ibrahim Thayyib, Former Chief Executive Officer, Family Protection Authority
Dr. Mohamed Iyaz, Senior Lecturer, Faculty of Sharia and Law , MNU
Mr. Nimaal Mohamed, Dean, Kulliyyah of Islamic Revealed Knowledge & Human Science , IUM
TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE
Ms. Aminath Habiyya, Senior Administrative Officer, MNU -
MNJR Volume 11 Special Issue (Theveli 2023)
Vol. 11 No. Special Issue (2023)The Maldives National Journal of Research
A double-blind refereed journal of the Maldives National University
(c) The Maldives National Journal of Research (Print version: ISSN 2308-5959).FOUNDING EDITOR
Dr. Hassan Hameed, MNUEDITORS-IN-CHIEF
Dr. Mohamed Shareef, MNU
Dr. Aishath Shehenaz Adam, MNU
Dr. Raheema Abdul Raheem, MNUEDITORS
Dr. Aminath Riyaz, MNU
Dr. Mariyam Shahuneeza Naseer, MNUMNJR EDITORIAL BOARD MEMBERS
Dr. Aminath Shafiya Adam, MNU
Dr. Barbara Adams, University of Alaska, Fairbanks, USA
Ms. Ashia Leela Ahmed, MNU
Professor Wilfredo V Alangui, University of the Philippines, Philippines
Professor Maria Cecillia Fantinato, Fluminense Federal University, Brazil
Dr. Shazla Mohamed, MNU
Dr. Fazeel Najeeb, MNU
Dr. Abdulla Nazeer, MNU
Dr. Yoosuf Nizam, MNU
Associate Professor Sandra Trotman, Nova South Eastern University, Florida, USAREVIEWERS OF THIS ISSUE
Dr. Dr. Aly Shameem, Senior Lecturer, MNU
Dr. Ahmed Inaz, Assistant Professor, MNU
Dr. Sarah Abdelaziz Abdelmonem Mohamed Elgezary, Assistant Professor
Dr. Sheena Moosa
Ms. Rifaath Hassan, Research Associate, MNU
Dr. Aishath Naila
Dr. Ahmed Mohamed
Dr. Ibrahim Shiyam, CEO, Maldives Technology Academy
Dr. Muaviyath Mohamed
Mr. Ashraf Ali
Ms. Shiuna Ahmed, Lecturer, MNU
Ms. Zeenath Shakir, Lecturer, MNU
Ms. Hawwa LeeshaTECHNICAL ASSISTANCE
Ms. Aminath Habiyya, Senior Administrative Officer, MNUResearch Development Office
The Maldives National University
Radhdhebai Hin’gun, Machchangolhi,
Male’, Maldives.
Fax: +(960) 3344091, Phone: +(960) 3345405
Email: mnjr@mnu.edu.mv -
MNJR Volume 11 Issue 2
Vol. 11 No. 2 (2023)The Maldives National Journal of Research
A double-blind refereed journal of the Maldives National University
(c) The Maldives National Journal of Research (Print version: ISSN 2308-5959).FOUNDING EDITOR
Dr. Hassan Hameed, Former Chancellor, MNUEDITORS-IN-CHIEF
Dr. Aishath Shehenaz Adam, MNU
Dr. Raheema Abdul Raheem, MNUEDITORS
Dr. Aminath Riyaz, MNU
Dr. Mariyam Shahuneeza Naseer, MNU
MNJR EDITORIAL BOARD MEMBERS
Dr. Aminath Shafiya Adam, MNU
Dr. Barbara Adams, University of Alaska, Fairbanks, USA
Ms. Ashia Leela Ahmed, MNU
Professor Wilfredo V Alangui, University of the Philippines, Philippines
Professor Maria Cecillia Fantinato, Fluminense Federal University, Brazil
Dr. Shazla Mohamed, MNU
Dr. Fazeel Najeeb, MNU
Dr. Abdulla Nazeer, MNU
Dr. Yoosuf Nizam, MNU
Associate Professor Sandra Trotman, Nova South Eastern University, Florida, USAREVIEWERS OF THIS ISSUE
Dr. Aishath Niyaf, Lecturer, Faculty of Health Sciences, MNU
Ms. Asiya Abdul Raheem, Senior Dietitian, Indira Gandhi Memorial Hospital
Mr. Ahmed Mirshan, Director, Human Resources, MNU
Uz. Ibrahim Rasheed, Counsel General, Civil Service Commission of the Maldives
Mr. Ahmed Shathir, Senior Lecturer, MNU Business School
Ms. Mariyam Noordeen, President, Chefs Guild of Maldives
Ms. Nadhiya Abdulla, Research Associate, MNU
Mr. Ahmed Farouq, Assistant General Manager, Agro National Corporation LimitedTECHNICAL ASSISTANCE
Ms. Aminath Habiyya, Senior Administrative Officer, MNUResearch Development Office
The Maldives National University
Radhdhebai Hin’gun, Machchangolhi,
Male’, Maldives.
Fax: +(960) 3344091, Phone: +(960) 3345405
Email: mnjr@mnu.edu.mv -
MNJR Volume 11 Issue 1
Vol. 11 No. 1 (2023)The Maldives National Journal of Research
A double-blind refereed journal of the Maldives National University
(c) The Maldives National Journal of Research (Print version: ISSN 2308-5959).FOUNDING EDITOR
Dr. Hassan Hameed, MNUEDITORS-IN-CHIEF
Dr. Mohamed Shareef, MNU
Dr. Aishath Shehenaz Adam, MNU
Dr. Raheema Abdul Raheem, MNUEDITORS
Dr. Aminath Riyaz, MNU
Dr. Mariyam Shahuneeza Naseer, Civil Service Commission of the Maldives
Ms. Nash’aa Ahmed Naseem, MNU
MNJR EDITORIAL BOARD MEMBERS
Dr. Aminath Shafiya Adam, MNU
Dr. Barbara Adams, University of Alaska, Fairbanks, USA
Ms. Ashia Leela Ahmed, MNU
Professor Wilfredo V Alangui, University of the Philippines, Philippines
Professor Maria Cecillia Fantinato, Fluminense Federal University, Brazil
Dr. Shazla Mohamed, MNU
Dr. Fazeel Najeeb, MNU
Dr. Abdulla Nazeer, MNU
Dr. Yoosuf Nizam, MNU
Associate Professor Sandra Trotman, Nova South Eastern University, Florida, USAREVIEWERS OF THIS ISSUE
Dr. Abdulla Jameel, Dean, Center for Post Graduate Studies, IUM
Dr. Abdul Azeez Hameed, Senior Medical Officer, Dhamana Veshi
Dr. Fazeela Waheed, Casual Lecturer, Federation University
Uz. Fayyaz Ali Manik, Senior Lecturer, Faculty of Sharia and Law, MNU
Ms. Mariyam Sidhmeen, Director, Ministry of Gender, Family and Social Services
Dr. Razana Faiz, Senior Lecturer, School of Medicine, MNU
Mr. Ryan Shah Rasheed, Consultant (Leprosy), Health Protection Agency
Mr. Shaheeb Abdul Azeez, Lecturer, Faculty of Health Sciences, MNU
Ms. Suneetha Abdul Raheem, Director of Budget and Finance, Aviation Security Command
Ms. Zeenath Shakir, Lecturer, Faculty of Health Sciences, MNUTECHNICAL ASSISTANCE
Ms. Aminath Shahla, Senior Administrative Officer, MNUResearch Development Office
The Maldives National University
Radhdhebai Hin’gun, Machchangolhi,
Male’, Maldives.
Fax: +(960) 3344091, Phone: +(960) 3345405
Email: mnjr@mnu.edu.mv -
MNJR Volume 10 Issue 2
Vol. 10 No. 2 (2022)The Maldives National Journal of Research
A double-blind refereed journal of the Maldives National University
(c) The Maldives National Journal of Research (Print version: ISSN 2308-5959).FOUNDING EDITOR
Dr. Hassan Hameed, MNUEDITORS-IN-CHIEF
Dr. Mohamed Shareef, MNU
Dr. Aishath Shehenaz Adam, MNU
Dr. Raheema Abdul Raheem, MNUEDITORS
Dr. Aminath Riyaz, MNU
Ms. Nash’aa Ahmed Naseem, MNU
Dr. Mariyam Shahuneeza Naseer, Civil Service CommissionMNJR EDITORIAL BOARD MEMBERS
Dr. Aminath Shafiya Adam, MNU
Dr. Barbara Adams, University of Alaska, Fairbanks, USA
Ms. Ashia Leela Ahmed, MNU
Professor Wilfredo V Alangui, University of the Philippines, Philippines
Professor Maria Cecillia Fantinato, Fluminense Federal University, Brazil
Dr. Maryam Mariya, University of Waikato
Dr. Shazla Mohamed, MNU
Dr. Hawwa Shiuna Musthafa, MNU
Dr. Fazeel Najeeb, MNU
Dr. Abdulla Nazeer, MNU
Dr. Yoosuf Nizam, MNU
Associate Professor Sandra Trotman, Nova South Eastern University, Florida, USA
Dr. Fazeela Waheed, ConsultantREVIEWERS OF THIS ISSUE
Dr. Abdul Hannan Waheed, Chief Executive Officer, Maldives Qualifications Authority
Uz Ahmed Falah, Legal Officer, Utility Regulatory Authority
Ms. Aminath Haifa, Lecturer, Faculty of Sharia and Law, MNU
Ms. Asiya Abdul Raheem, Dietitian, Indira Gandhi Memorial Hospital
Ms. Fathimath Azza, Director General, Ministry of Education
Ms. Fathimath Nasiha Abdul Muhaimin, Head of Center,Centre for Foundation Studies, MNU
Dr. Fazeel Najeeb, Assistant Professor, Research Development Office, MNU
Ms. Mariyam Sidhmeen, Director, Ministry of Gender, Family and Social Services
Dr. Razana Faiz, Assistant Professor, School of Medicine, MNU
Ms. Zeenath Shakir, Lecturer, Faculty of Health Sciences, MNUTECHNICAL ASSISTANCE
Ms. Aminath Shahla, Senior Administrative Officer, MNUResearch Development Office
The Maldives National University
Radhdhebai Hin’gun, Machchangolhi,
Male’, Maldives.
Fax: +(960) 3344091, Phone: +(960) 3345405
Email: mnjr@mnu.edu.mv -
MNJR Volume 10 Issue 1
Vol. 10 No. 1 (2022)The Maldives National Journal of Research
A double-blind refereed journal of the Maldives National University
(c) The Maldives National Journal of Research (Print version: ISSN 2308-5959).FOUNDING EDITOR
Dr. Hassan Hameed, MNUEDITORS-IN-CHIEF
Dr. Mohamed Shareef, MNU
Dr. Aishath Shehenaz Adam, MNU
Dr. Raheema Abdul Raheem, MNUEDITORS
Dr. Aminath Riyaz, MNU
Ms. Nash’aa Ahmed Naseem, MNU
MNJR EDITORIAL BOARD MEMBERS
Dr. Aminath Shafiya Adam, MNU
Dr. Barbara Adams, University of Alaska, Fairbanks, USA
Ms. Ashia Leela Ahmed, MNU
Professor Wilfredo V Alangui, University of the Philippines, Philippines
Professor Maria Cecillia Fantinato, Fluminense Federal University, Brazil
Dr. Maryam Mariya, University of Waikato
Dr. Shazla Mohamed, MNU
Dr. Hawwa Shiuna Musthafa, MNU
Dr. Fazeel Najeeb, MNU
Dr. Abdulla Nazeer, MNU
Dr. Yoosuf Nizam, MNU
Associate Professor Sandra Trotman, Nova South Eastern University, Florida, USA
Dr. Fazeela Waheed, ConsultantREVIEWERS OF THIS ISSUE
Dr. Sarah Abdelaziz Assistant Professor, Faculty of Engineering, Science and Technology, MNU
Dr. Ahmed Inaz, Assistant Professor, Business School, MNU
Dr.Abdul Muhsin Mohamed, Assistant Professor, Faculty of Engineering, Science and Technology, MNU
Dr. Hawwa Shiuna Musthafa, Assistant Professor, Research Development Office, MNU
Dr. Mariyam Shahuneeza Naseer, Secretary General, Civil Service Commission of the Maldives
Dr. Abdulla Nazeer, Project Manager, Research Development Office, MNU
Dr. Aishath Rameela, Dean, Student Support Services, AVID College
Dr. Aishath Reesha, Dean, Kulliyyah of Education, Islamic University of Maldives
Dr. Aishath Sanoora, Dean, Faculty of Health Sciences, MNU
Aishath Shaheen, Consultant (Management/HR/Training), Freelance
Ibrahim Thayyib, Chief Executive Officer, Family Protection Authority
Ms. Zeenath Shakir, Lecturer, Faculty of Health Sciences, MNUTECHNICAL ASSISTANCE
Ms. Aminath Shahla, Senior Administrative Officer, MNUResearch Development Office
The Maldives National University
Radhdhebai Hin’gun, Machchangolhi,
Male’, Maldives.
Fax: +(960) 3344091, Phone: +(960) 3345405
Email: mnjr@mnu.edu.mv -
MNJR Volume 9 Issue 2
Vol. 9 No. 2 (2021)The Maldives National Journal of Research
A double-blind refereed journal of the Maldives National University
(c) The Maldives National Journal of Research (Print version: ISSN 2308-5959).FOUNDING EDITOR
Dr. Hassan Hameed, MNUEDITORS-IN-CHIEF
Dr. Mohamed Shareef, MNU
Dr. Aishath Shehenaz Adam, MNU
Dr. Raheema Abdul Raheem, MNUEDITORS
Dr. Aminath Riyaz, MNU
Ms. Nash’aa Ahmed Naseem, MNU
MNJR EDITORIAL BOARD MEMBERS
Dr. Aminath Shafiya Adam, MNU
Dr. Barbara Adams, University of Alaska, Fairbanks, USA
Ms. Ashia Leela Ahmed, MNU
Professor Wilfredo V Alangui, University of the Philippines, Philippines
Professor Maria Cecillia Fantinato, Fluminense Federal University, Brazil
Dr. Maryam Mariya, MNU
Dr. Shazla Mohamed, MNU
Dr. Hawwa Shiuna Musthafa, MNU
Dr. Fazeel Najeeb, MNU
Dr. Abdulla Nazeer, MNU
Dr. Yoosuf Nizam, MNU
Associate Professor Sandra Trotman, Nova South Eastern University, Florida, USA
Dr. Fazeela Waheed, MNUREVIEWERS OF THIS ISSUE
Dr. Shazla Mohamed, Senior Scientist Research Development Office, MNU
Mr. Ahmed Hashim, Lecturer, Faculty of Arts, MNU
Ms. Mariyam Nihad, Lecturer, Faculty of Education, Villa College
Ms. Zeenath Shakir, Lecturer, Faculty of Health Sciences,MNU
Ms. Aminath Saeed, Lecturer, Faculty of Arts,MNU
Ms. Aishath Hassan, Lecturer, Faculty of Health Sciences,MNU
Mr. Ashraf Ali, Faculty of Arts and Literature, Avid College
Mr. Adam Naseer Ibrahim, Lecturer, Center for Continuing Education, IUM
Ms. Malaha Abdul Rasheed, Dietician Consultant, UNICEF, HPA
Ms. Iasha Hussain, Dietitian, Treetop Hospital, Nutrition Consultant and Co-Founder at IHNCTECHNICAL ASSISTANCE
Ms. Aminath Shahla, Senior Administrative Officer, MNUResearch Development Office
The Maldives National University
Radhdhebai Hin’gun, Machchangolhi,
Male’, Maldives.
Fax: +(960) 3344091, Phone: +(960) 3345405
Email: mnjr@mnu.edu.mv -
MNJR Volume 9 Issue 1
Vol. 9 No. 1 (2021)The Maldives National Journal of Research
A double-blind refereed journal of the Maldives National University
(c) The Maldives National Journal of Research (Print version: ISSN 2308-5959).FOUNDING EDITOR
Dr. Hassan Hameed, MNUEDITORS-IN-CHIEF
Dr. Mohamed Shareef, MNU
Dr. Aishath Shehenaz Adam, MNU
Dr. Raheema Abdul Raheem, MNUMNJR EDITORIAL BOARD MEMBERS
Dr. Aminath Shafiya Adam, MNU
Dr. Barbara Adams, University of Alaska, Fairbanks, USA
Ms. Ashia Leela Ahmed, MNU
Professor Wilfredo V Alangui, University of the Philippines, Philippines
Professor Maria Cecillia Fantinato, Fluminense Federal University, Brazil
Ms. Rifaath Hassan, MNU
Dr. Maryam Mariya, MNU
Dr. Shazla Mohamed, MNU
Dr. Sheena Moosa, MNU
Dr. Hawwa Shiuna Musthafa, MNU
Dr. Aishath Naila, MNU
Dr. Fazeel Najeeb, MNU
Ms. Nash’aa Ahmed Naseem, MNU
Dr. Abdulla Nazeer, MNU
Dr. Yoosuf Nizam, MNU
Dr. Aminath Riyaz, MNU
Associate Professor Sandra Trotman, Nova South Eastern University, Florida, USA
Dr. Fazeela Waheed, MNUREVIEWERS OF THIS ISSUE
Dr. Abdulla Nazeer, Promise Project Manager, Research Development Office, MNU
Ms. Aishath Hassan, Lecturer, Faculty of Arts
Ms. Aminath Adheela, Program Coordinator, Dhamanaveshi
Ms. Asiya Abdul Raheem, Dietitian, Indira Gandhi Memorial Hospital
Uza. Fathimath Waheed, Lecturer, Faculty of Sharia’ and Law
Dr. Fazeela Waheed, Dean, Faculty of Health Sciences, The Maldives National University
Dr. Fazeel Najeeb, Assistant Professor, Research Development Office, MNU
Mr. Ibrahim Thayyib, Chief Excutive Officer, Family Protection Authority
Ms. Mariyam Nihad, Lecturer, Faculty of Education, Villa College
Dr. Mohamed Kinaanath, Director, Office of the Rector, Villa College
Dr. Raheema Abdul Raheem, Director of Research, Research Development Office, MNU
Mr. Shafy Rasheed, Research Assistant, Institute for Research and Innovation, Villa College
Dr. Sheena Moosa, Research Consultant, Research Development Office, MNU
Ms. Zeenath Shakir, Lecturer, Faculty of Health Sciences, MNU
Ms. Zeenaz Hussain, Lecturer, Faculty of Hospitality and Tourism Studies, MNUMANUSCRIPT EDITOR
Ms. Nash’aa Ahmed Naseem, Research Associate, Research Development Office, MNU
TECHNICAL ASSITANCE
Ms. Aminath Shahla, Senior Administrative Officer, MNUResearch Development Office
The Maldives National University
Radhdhebai Hin’gun, Machchangolhi,
Male’, Maldives.
Fax: +(960) 3344091, Phone: +(960) 3345405
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MNJR Volume 8 Issue 2
Vol. 8 No. 2 (2020)THE MALDIVES NATIONAL JOURNAL OF RESEARCH
A double-blind refereed journal of the Maldives National University
EDITOR-IN-CHIEF
Dr Raheema Abdul Raheem, Director of Research, The Maldives National University
EDITOR
Nash’aa Ahmed Naseem, Research Development Office, The Maldives National University
EDITORIAL CONSULTANTS
Dr Hassan Hameed, Chancellor, The Maldives National University
Dr Mohamed Shareef, Vice Chancellor, The Maldives National University
Dr Aishath Shehenaz Adam, Deputy Vice Chancellor (Research and Enterprise), The Maldives National University
Dr Aminath Riyaz, Assistant Professor, Faculty of Arts, The Maldives National University
Dr Sheena Moosa, Research Consultant, Research Development Office, The Maldives National University
Dr Fazeela Waheed, Dean, Faculty of Health Sciences, The Maldives National University
Dr Abdul Hannan Waheed, Chief Executive Officer, Maldives Qualification Authority
Dr Mariyam Shahuneeza Naseer, Director, Policy Planning and Research, Department of Judicial Administration, Maldives
Dr Aminath Shafiya Adam, Assistant Professor, Faculty of Education, The Maldives National University
Ms Mariyam Neeris, Lecturer, Faculty of Health Sciences, The Maldives National University
Ms Zeenath Shakir, Programme Manager, UNDPResearch Development Office
The Maldives National University
Radhdhebai Hin’gun, Machchangolhi,
Male’, Maldives.
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MNJR Volume 8 Issue 1
Vol. 8 No. 1 (2020)THE MALDIVES NATIONAL JOURNAL OF RESEARCH
A double-blind refereed journal of the Maldives National University
EDITOR IN- CHIEF
Dr Raheema Abdul Raheem, Dean of Research, The Research Centre, The Maldives National University
EDITOR
Dr Fazeel Najeeb, Assistant Professor, The Research Centre, The Maldives National University
EDITORIAL CONSULTANTS
Dr Mohamed Shareef, Vice-Chancellor, The Maldives National University
Dr Aishath Shehenaz Adam, DeputyVice-Chancellor, (Research and Enterprise), The Maldives National University
Ms Aishath Shaheen Ismail, Deputy Vice Chancellor (Academic Affairs), The Maldives National University
Dr Aishath Naila, Assistant Professor, The Research Centre, The Maldives National University
Dr Sheena Moosa, Research Consultant, The Research Centre, The Maldives National University
Dr Rukshana Ahmed, Clinical Epidemiologist & Co-Founder, Clinesia CRO, Jakarta, Indonesia, Consultant Paediatrician, Medica Hospital and AMDC Clinic
Dr Mariyam Shahuneeza Naseer, Director, Policy Planning and Research, Department of Judicial Administration, Maldives
Dr Shazla Mohamed, Dean, Faculty of Engineering, Science and Technology, The Maldives National University
Dr Sheeza Ali, Dean, School of Medicine, The Maldives National University
Dr Maryam Mariya, Senior Tutor, Te Puna Ako - Centre for Tertiary Teaching and Learning, Office of the Vice Chancellor, University of Waikato
Dr Zeba Un Naher, Assistant Professor, School of Medicine, The Maldives National University
Dr Aminath Shafiya Adam, Assistant Professor, Faculty of Education, The Maldives National University
Dr Aishath Rameela, Executive Dean, Faculty of Human Development, Avid College
Mr Ahmed Mirshan, Director, Human Resources Department, The Maldives National University
Ms Nasiha Abdul Muhaimin, Lecturer, Centre for Educational Technology and Excellence, The Maldives National University
Uz. Mohamed Anil, Managing Partner, Attorney-at-Law, Alif Law Chambers LLP, Advocates and Advisors
Mr Abdul Haleem Abdul Latheef, Deputy Chief Executive Officer, Solarelle Insurance
Ms Mariyam Nazviya, Director, Policy and International Relations, Villa College
Ms Aishath Laila, Statistician, Statistical Survey and Data Processing Division, National Bureau of Statistics
Mr Gasith Mohamed, Plant protection and Quarantine Services, Ministry of Fisheries, Marine Resources and Agriculture
Ms Athifa Ibrahim, Managing Partner, EPIC Consulting LLP
Ms Zeenath Shakir, Programme Manager, UNDP
Mr Mohamed Shafy Rasheed, Lecturer, Faculty of Hospitality and Tourism Studies, The Maldives National University
Ms Nasira Mohamed, Lecturer, MNU Business School, The Maldives National University
Ms Niuma Mohamed, Lecturer, Faculty of Education, The Maldives National UniversityLAYOUT
Ms Shahda Moosa, Senior Marketing Officer, Marketing Department, The Maldives National UniversityTECHNICAL ASSISTANCE
Ms Aminath Shahla, Senior Administrative Officer, The Research Centre, The Maldives National UniversityThe Research Centre
The Maldives National University
Radhdhebai Hin’gun, Machchangolhi,
Male’, Maldives.
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MNJR Volume 7 Issue 1
Vol. 7 No. 1 (2019)THE MALDIVES NATIONAL JOURNAL OF RESEARCH
A double-blind refereed journal of the Maldives National University
EDITOR IN CHIEF
Dr Raheema Abdul Raheem, Dean of Research, The Maldives National UniversityEDITOR
Dr Aishath Naila, Assistant Professor, The Research Centre, The Maldives National University
EDITORIAL CONSULTANTS
Dr. Mohamed Shareef, Vice Chancellor, The Maldives National University
Dr. Aishath Shehenaz Adam, Deputy Vice Chancellor (Research and Enterprise), The Maldives National University
Dr Fazeel Najeeb, Assistant Professor, The Research Centre, The Maldives National University
Dr Aminath Riyaz, Assistant Professor, Faculty of Arts, The Maldives National University
Dr Aminath Shafiya Adam, Assistant Professor, Faculty of Education, The Maldives National University
Dr Yoosuf Nizam, Assistant Professor, Faculty of Engineering Science and Technology, The Maldives National University
Dr Mariyam Suzana, Assistant Professor, Faculty of Health Sciences, The Maldives National UniversityThe Research Centre
The Maldives National University
Radhdhebai Hin’gun, Machchangolhi,
Male’, Maldives.
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Phone: +(960) 3345422
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MNJR Volume 6 Issue 1
Vol. 6 No. 1 (2018)MALDIVES NATIONAL JOURNAL OF RESEARCH
A double-blind refereed journal of the Maldives National University
EDITOR
Dr Raheema Abdul Raheem, Dean of Research, Research Centre, The Maldives National UniversityEDITORIAL CONSULTANTS
Dr Ali Fawaz Shareef, Vice-Chancellor, The Maldives National University
Dr. Mohamed Latheef, Chancellor, The Maldives National University
Dr Muaviath Mohamed, Deputy Vice-Chancellor, The Maldives National University
Dr Fazeela Waheed, Assistant Professor, The Maldives National University
Dr Aishath Naila, Assistant Professor, The Maldives National University
Dr Aminath Riyaz, Senior Lecturer, The Maldives National University
Dr Abdul Sattar Abdul Rahman, Senior Lecturer, The Maldives National University
Dr Mohamed Kinaanath, Director, Office of the Rector, Villa College
Dr Khadeeja Ibrahim Didi, Consultant, The Maldives National University
Dr Ahmed Ibrahim, Post-doctoral research fellow, Edith Cowan University
Dr Aminath Shafiya, Director General, Ministry of Fisheries and Agriculture
Dr Ibrahim Shiyam, Senior Engineer, Dhiraagu
Dr Zaid Mohamed, Consultant, Private Company
Rifaath Hassan, Lecturer, The Maldives National University
Zeenath Shakir, Director, Family Protection Authority
Hawwa Afra, The Maldives National UniversityResearch Centre
The Maldives National University
Radhdhebai Hin’gun, Machchangolhi,
Male’, Maldives.
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Phone: +(960) 3345420
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MNJR Volume 5 Issue 1
Vol. 5 No. 1 (2017)MALDIVES NATIONAL JOURNAL OF RESEARCH
A double-blind refereed journal of The Maldives National University
EDITOR
Dr Ali Fawaz Shareef, Vice-Chancellor, The Maldives National UniversityASSISTANT EDITOR
Dr Raheema Abdul Raheem, Dean of Research, Research Centre, The Maldives National University
EDITORIAL CONSULTANTS
Dr. Mohamed Latheef, Chancellor, The Maldives National University
Dr Muaviath Mohamed, Deputy Vice-Chancellor, The Maldives National University
Dr Fazeela Waheed, Senior Lecturer, Research Centre, The Maldives National University
Dr Mohamed Kinaanath, Director, Office of the Rector, Villa College
Dr Dheeba Moosa, Dean of Research and Publication, Centre for Research and Publication, The Islamic University of Maldives
Dr Asma Ibrahim, Director General, Maldives Blood Services
Dr Mizna Mohamed, Former Senior Lecturer, Research Centre, The Maldives National University
Dr Khadeeja Ibrahim Didi, Consultant, The Maldives National University
Dr Ahmed Ibrahim, Post-doctoral research fellow, Edith Cowan University
Mr. Ibrahim Ismail, Lecturer, Faculty of Arts, The Maldives National University
Ms. Asiya Abdul Raheem, Dietitian, Indira Gandi Memorial Hospital
Ms. Mariyam Shabeena Ahmed, Lecturer, Research Centre, The Maldives National University
Ms. Suneena Rasheed, PhD Candidate, The Maldives National UniversityResearch Centre
The Maldives National University
Radhdhebai Hin’gun, Machchangolhi,
Male’, Maldives.
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MNJR Volume 4 Issue 1 (Special Issue)
Vol. 4 No. 1 (2016)MALDIVES NATIONAL JOURNAL OF RESEARCH
A double-blind refereed journal of The Maldives National University
EDITOR
Dr Ali Fawaz Shareef, Vice Chancellor, The Maldives National University
ASSISTANT EDITORS
Dr Raheema Abdul Raheem, Dean of Research, The Maldives National UniversityEDITORIAL CONSULTANTS
Dr Mohamed Latheef , Chancellor, The Maldives National University
Dr Fazeela Waheed, Lecturer, The Maldives National University
Dr Muaviath Mohamed, Deputy Vice Chancellor, The Maldives National University
Dr Dheeba Moosa, Dean of Research and Publication, Islamic University of Maldives
Dr Mariyam Shahuneeza Naseer, Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment Specialist, Islamic University of Maldives
Dr Mohamed Kinaanath, Director, Office of the Rectorate, Villa College, Maldives
Ms. Aishath Ali, Lecturer, The Maldives National University
Dr Khadeeja Ibrahim Didi, Edith Cowan UniversityResearch Centre
The Maldives National University
Radhdhebai Hin’gun, Machchangolhi,
Male’, Maldives.
Fax: +(960) 3344091
Phone: +(960) 3345420
Email: research@mnu.edu.mv -
MNJR Volume 3 Issue 1
Vol. 3 No. 1 (2015)MALDIVES NATIONAL JOURNAL OF RESEARCH
A double-blind refereed journal of The Maldives National University
GUEST EDITOR
Dr Mohamed Zahir Hussain, Chancellor, The Maldives National University
ASSISTANT EDITORS
Dr Mizna Mohamed, The Postgraduate Research Centre, The Maldives National UniversityEDITORIAL CONSULTANTS
Dr Hassan Hameed, Vice-Chancellor, The Maldives National University
Ms Zulfa Ibrahim, Lecturer, Faculty of Arts, The Maldives National University
Dr Mohamed Kinaanath, Dean & Director, Faculty of Informations and Communication Technology, Villa College, Maldives
Eng Ahmed Ahsan Latheef, University of Tasmania, Australia
Dr Maryam Mariya, University of Waikato, New Zealand
Dr Simad Saeed, Managing Director, CDE Consulting, Maldives
Dr Aly Shameem, Visiting Lecturer at The Maldives National University, Freelance Researcher, Human Rights and Democracy Advocate
Dr Ali Fawaz Shareef, Director, Research and Innovation, Institute for Research and Innovation, Villa College, Maldives
Dr Ali Shareef, Deputy Vice-Chancellor, The Maldives National UniversityThe Postgraduate Research Centre
The Maldives National University
Radhdhebai Hin’gun, Machchangolhi,
Male’, Maldives.
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MNJR Volume 2 Issue 1
Vol. 2 No. 1 (2014)MALDIVES NATIONAL JOURNAL OF RESEARCH
A double-blind refereed journal of The Maldives National University
EDITOR
Dr Mizna Mohamed, Senior Lecturer, The Postgraduate Research Centre
EDITORIAL CONSULTANTS
Dr Hassan Hameed, Vice-Chancellor, The Maldives National University
Dr Mohamed Latheef, President of Civil Service Commission (Former Minister of Education)
Dr Donald Matheson, Senior Lecturer, School of Social and Political Science, University of Canterbury, New Zealand
Dr Naashia Mohamed, Senior Lecturer, Faculty of Arts, The Maldives National University
Dr Dheeba Moosa, Director, Centre for English Language Support, Villa College, Maldives
Dr Ali Shareef, Deputy Vice-Chancellor, The Maldives National University
Assoc. Professor Jim Tully, School of Social and Political Science, University of Canterbury, New Zealand & Researcher-in-Residence, School of Commuication, Journalism and Marketing, Massey University, New Zealand
Dr Abdul Sattar Yoosuf, founder and Executive Director of the International Center for Environment, Development and Operational Research (ENDEVOR), Maldives (Former Assistant Regional Director of the WHO Southeast Asia Regional Office and former Deputy Minister of Health)The Postgraduate Research Centre
The Maldives National University
Radhdhebai Hin’gun, Machchangolhi,
Male’, Maldives.
Fax: +(960) 3344091
Phone: +(960) 3345420
Email: research@mnu.edu.mv