The '''Maldives''' is a small [[archipelago]] nation located in the [[Indian Ocean]], south of [[India]]. Its closest neighbor is [[Sri Lanka]], and its capital is Malé. The nation is officially [[Islamic]], and non-Muslims are not permitted to be citizens. The economy is supported mainly by tourism and fishing. | The '''Maldives''' is a small [[archipelago]] nation located in the [[Indian Ocean]], south of [[India]]. Its closest neighbor is [[Sri Lanka]], and its capital is Malé. The nation is officially [[Islamic]], and non-Muslims are not permitted to be citizens. The economy is supported mainly by tourism and fishing. |