10 Questions
Who is credited with spreading Islam in the Maldives?
Ibn-e Batuta
When did the Maldives gain independence from the British?
March 29, 1976
Who became the first president of the Maldives after independence?
Ibrahim Nass
What was the status of the Maldives in the 20th century?
A British protectorate state
Who invaded the Maldives in the 16th century?
The Portuguese
Who ruled the Maldives consecutively from 1978 to 2008?
Maumoon Abdul Grayproom
What was a major concern for Maumoon Abdul Grayproom?
Climate change
What was a significant milestone for the Maldives during Maumoon Abdul Grayproom's rule?
Joining the UN organization
What happened to Maumoon Abdul Grayproom after 2008?
He resigned from office
What was a positive aspect of Maumoon Abdul Grayproom's rule?
He improved education and laws
This quiz covers the history of the Maldives, including the early Buddhist settlements, the spread of Islam, and the Portuguese invasion. It also touches on the country's state religion and its monarchy.
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