Why in the News?
After securing a historic win in Mauritius' general elections, Dr. Navin Ramgoolam is set to become the new Prime Minister of Mauritius. In response, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated him on this achievement. Modi expressed his eagerness to collaborate with Ramgoolam to enhance the India-Mauritius relationship and extended an invitation for a visit to India.
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Dr. Navin Ramgoolam, Prime Minister of Mauritius
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About Mauritius
- Location:
- It is an island nation located in the Indian Ocean, east of the African continent. It lies about 2,000 kilometers off the southeast coast of the African mainland, east of Madagascar.
- The country includes the main island of Mauritius, Rodrigues Island, and several smaller islands.
- Capital: Port Louis
- Major Cities:
- Curepipe
- Vacoas-Phoenix
- Quatre Bornes
- Beau Bassin-Rose Hill
- Mahebourg
- Major Ports:
- Port Louis: The main commercial port of Mauritius.
- Port Mathurin: Located on Rodrigues Island, a key port for inter-island trade.
- Currency: Mauritian Rupee (MUR)
- Political System:
- It is a parliamentary republic.
- The President is the head of state.
- The President's role is largely ceremonial, while the Prime Minister exercises executive powers.
- The Prime Minister is the head of government.
- The Parliament of Mauritius is a unicameral legislature, consisting of the National Assembly with 70 members.
Map of Mauritius
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