Question 35
Colonial AdministrationIndirect Rule means
- A.a system of local administration that makes use of chiefs.
- B.rule by traditional rulers in council.
- C.rule by government officials.
- D.a system of government by a few people.
- E.a system of government common to all West African colonies.
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Answer: A (a system of local administration that makes use of chiefs.)
Explanation
Under indirect rule the British governed through traditional rulers and institutions.