Britain announces handing over sovereignty of Chagos Islands including Diego Garcia to Mauritius
A question may arise in your mind that how did this happen suddenly. This was being demanded for a long time. Mauritius got independence from Britain about 21 years after India got independence. However, Britain did not leave the Chagos Islands. In the next few years, the British also drove away the local people there. Later made a deal with America. The case went to the International Court and the decision came in favor of Mauritius. Now Britain has agreed to leave the area.
It was once said that the sun of British rule never sets. The world order changed after World War II. The British had to leave India. However, there is some land at a short distance from India, which is still under the control of Britain. Yes, that area is the Chagos Islands. This also includes Diego Garcia in the Indian Ocean, where the US and UK armies have established their military bases. Mauritius has been claiming it as its own. A few hours ago, a historic agreement has been reached regarding this important area which looked like 'Pilas'. Britain has announced to hand over the sovereignty of the Chagos Islands including Diego Garcia to Mauritius. Very few people would know that India played a big role in getting 'complete independence' for Mauritius. A question may arise in your mind that how did this happen suddenly. This was being demanded for a long time. Mauritius got independence from Britain about 21 years after India got independence. However, Britain did not leave the Chagos Islands. In the next few years, the British also drove away the local people there. Later made a deal with America. The case went to the International Court and the decision came in favor of Mauritius. Now Britain has agreed to leave the area.
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