WAEC Government 1992 Question 39

Question 39

Colonial Administration

One of the merits of Indirect Rule system was that it

  1. A.did not tax the people much.
  2. B.allowed educated Africans to participate in government.
  3. C.further trained traditional rulers in native administration.
  4. D.encouraged democratic principles.
  5. E.brought about even development.
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Answer: C (further trained traditional rulers in native administration.)

Explanation

Traditional rulers gained experience of modern administration (native treasuries and courts).