Question 33
Colonial AdministrationThe policy of association was adopted by the
- A.British to replace their policy of Indirect Rule
- B.French to replace their policy of Assimilation
- C.British on their arrival in West Africa
- D.French on their departure from West Africa
- E.French for their home government.
Show the answer and explanation
Answer: B (French to replace their policy of Assimilation)
Explanation
France replaced assimilation with association, which respected African cultures more and allowed traditional institutions to continue under French control.