Country Profiles: Maldives Webquest Worksheet

The Maldives is a tropical island nation in the Indian Ocean, southwest of Sri Lanka and India. Its capital is Malé, a densely populated city known for its colorful buildings and bustling markets. The Maldives is made up of around 1,200 coral islands grouped into 26 atolls, famous for their white sandy beaches, clear turquoise waters, and rich marine biodiversity. It is a presidential republic, and its economy relies heavily on tourism, fishing, and increasingly on marine conservation initiatives. This worksheet guides students through Maldives’ geography, government, economy, and culture, with reflection questions to deepen understanding of its unique environmental and social characteristics.

Keywords:
Maldives, Malé, Indian Ocean, Sri Lanka, India, coral islands, atolls, beaches, turquoise waters, marine biodiversity, tourism, fishing, presidential republic, tropical climate, islands, environmental conservation, economy, culture, geography, Model United Nations (MUN)