Q. Consider the following statements:
1.The primary objective of the ‘India Out’ campaign in Maldives is to halt all the infrastructure projects involving India.
2.India considers the Maldives as its primary defense line against terrorism, drug trafficking, narcotics, and various maritime crimes.
3.India is developing the Greater Male Connectivity Project in Maldives.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
Explanation –
Statement 1 is incorrect. The India Out campaign’s primary objective is to reduce Indian influence in the Maldives. It is a political movement to mobilise people in Maldives against India. The campaign is against the presence of Indian military on Maldivian soil.
Statements 2 and 3 are correct. India has historically viewed the Maldives as a crucial partner in its defense and security strategy and has invested in strengthening their defense cooperation. Hence, it considers the Maldives as its primary defense line against terrorism, drug trafficking, narcotics, and various maritime crimes.
The Greater Male Connectivity Project is a large-scale infrastructure project being developed in the Maldives with Indian financial and technical assistance. It is designed to improve connectivity between the Maldivian capital Male and nearby islands, supporting the country’s economic and social development.
Source: Forum IAS
