Maldives vs Lakshadweep Controversy | Who is Wrong? | Dhruv Rathee

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The controversy between Maldives and Lakshadweep is driven by hateful politics and a geopolitical agenda.
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India is the number one country based on the number of tourists visiting Maldives, with more than 200,000 Indian tourists visiting in 2023.
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India's warships patrol the exclusive economic zone of the Maldives, raising questions about the true intentions behind their military presence.
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China's Belt and Road Initiative aims to increase its influence in Asia, Africa, and Europe through large infrastructure projects, raising questions about its impact on other countries.
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The opposition claims that the agreements with India are very confidential and their details are not revealed to the public, citing it as a violation of democracy.
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"You will find such politicians not only in Maldives but in every country in the world. They either spread hatred against a community, against a religion or against another country."
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The controversy between Maldives and Lakshadweep is rooted in internal politics and the influence of China and India.
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Tourism should not be at the cost of environment and the livelihoods of the locals.