Question 46
Colonial AdministrationThe main function of the Legislative Council in British Colonial West Africa was to
- A.advise the Governor on policy
- B.make the law
- C.execute the law
- D.interpret the law
- E.act as a disciplinary body for the civil servants
Show the answer and explanation
Answer: A (advise the Governor on policy)
Explanation
The colonial Legislative Council mainly advised the Governor, who kept the final say over laws and policy.