WAEC Government 1991 (August) Question 44

Question 44

Pre-colonial Political Systems

On which of the following was the Hausa/Fulani political system based before the introduction of Indirect Rule?

  1. A.Communism
  2. B.Fascism
  3. C.Totalitarianism
  4. D.Feudalism
  5. E.Anarchism
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Answer: D (Feudalism)

Explanation

The emirate system was feudal: land was held by the emir and nobles, and commoners paid tribute.