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Places in News: Mauritius
Context:
India and Mauritius Strengthen Bilateral Ties through Collaboration in Personnel Management and Governance. National Centre for Good Governance (NCGG) will lead capacity-building initiatives for Mauritian civil servants.
About Mauritius:
- Official Name: Republic of Mauritius
- Form of Government: Parliamentary Republic
- Capital: Port Louis
- Official Languages: English and French
- Currency: Mauritian Rupee (MUR)
- Location: This island nation can be found just east of Madagascar in the middle of the Indian Ocean.
- It is made up of the main island of Mauritius and several outlying islands, such as Ambre Island, Est Island, Cerfs Island, and Benitiers Island.
- Major Mountain Ranges: Mount Piton (highest peak 828 m) is located in the southwest of the plateau.
- Major Rivers: Grand River South East (GRSE), Grand River North West (GRNW), Rivière Noire (Black River), etc.
- Natural Resources: Arable Land, Sugarcane, Tea, Fish, Basalt and lime are mined.
- Climate: It experiences a mild tropical maritime climate throughout the year.
- Flora and Fauna: The island is surrounded by coral reefs, providing protection from storms and high waves.
