Source : PIB India and Maldives have a longstanding relationship with a rich history dating back to ancient times. The Maldives, a small island nation in the Indian Ocean, has long been a part of India's sphere of influence and the two countries have shared cultural, economic, and political ties for centuries. In the ancient world, The Maldives played an important role in the ancient trade route between the Middle East and East Asia, and it continues to be a source of valuable spices and other goods for India. Additionally, the Maldives has a long history of being a center of Buddhist learning, attracting many Indian scholars and monks over the years. India-Maldives : Deeply Rooted Partnership: After gaining independence from British in 1965, India was one of the first countries to recognize the Maldives as a sovereign nation. Since then, the two countries have developed close diplomatic and economic ties, with India providing assistance in areas such as infrastructure developmen...