1.2.1. India-Mauritius

♤ The national day of Mauritius is celebrated every year on March 12. This day was selected as a tribute to Gandhiji as he had launched the famous Dandi March.

♤ 68 per cent of the inhabitants are of Indian origin.

♤ Mauritius has a vast 2.3 million sq km of Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ). Mauritius by virtue of its strategic location is recognised as a hub of maritime activities in Indian Ocean.