'The Maldives' islands are situated in which ocean?
Geography of the Maldives Desertification, Hazardous Wastes, Law of the Sea, Ozone Layer Protection, Ship Pollution India (Laccadives) Geography of the Maldives Maldives is a country of South Asia, situated in the Indian Ocean, south-southwest of India. It consists of approximately 1,190 coral islands grouped in a double chain of 26 atolls, spread over roughly 90,000 square kilometers, making this one of the most disparate countries in the world. Composed of live coral reefs and sand bars, the atolls are situated atop a submarine ridge 960 kilometers long that rises abruptly from the depths of the Indian Ocean and runs from north to south.
Tourism in the Maldives tropical species, and help to preserve and recover these fragile ecosystems. ""There are big challenges that come with the advantages of the islands' tourist assets, however"," said Richard Damania, World Bank Lead Environmental Economist. ""The country's coral reefs, which protect it from storm surges and serve as the main attraction for the tourism-driven economy, are in danger of being damaged or destroyed by poorly handled waste disposal methods"." The Maldives are known for their natural environment including the blue ocean, white beaches, and clean air. The climate of the Maldives is ideal for visitors to get engaged in water sports