3.  The Republic of Mauritius is made up of several islands  Discovered in 16 th century  Divided into 9 districts  Famous for its sugar cane  Capital: Port Louis

4. 1810:Sir Robert Farquar encouraged the cultivation of sugar cane 1835:slavery was abolished 1901:Mahatma Gandhi in Mauritius 1909:Indian Immigration ended 1968:Independence 1992:Became Republic

5. Known as the ‘Father of the nation ’ Also known as ‘Chacha’ Born in 18 SEPTEMBER 1900 He was a FREEDOM FIGHTER who struggled for Mauritius Died in DECEMBER 1985

6. Gained Independence in 12 March 1968 Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam became the first Prime Minister( Labour Party) Governor General represented the Queen Of Britain on that day Many people believed that Independence would give them a better life

7. Trochetia is the symbol of Mauritius and its independence It is also known as the Star and Key of Indian Ocean

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