Question

Which is the main reason affecting the relations between India and Maldives recently?

• A. Presence of Indian military in Maldives
• B. Visa restriction
• C. Cyber security
• D. Trade issues

Hint:

For “recent” India–Maldives questions, remember the military personnel / aviation platform controversy as the chief driver.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is A

Step 1: Identify the recent flashpoint. Debate in the Maldives has focused on the presence of Indian military personnel operating aircraft/helicopters for humanitarian assistance and medical evacuation.
Step 2: Why this became pivotal. Domestic politics framed this presence as a sovereignty issue, prompting calls for draw-down and renegotiation—directly straining ties.
Step 3: Eliminate alternatives. Visa (B), cyber (C), and trade (D) issues exist episodically, but they were not the principal trigger of recent friction.
Step 4: Conclude. \[ \boxed{\text{Presence of Indian military in the Maldives (Option A) is the key recent factor.}} \]