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WAEC Government 1996 Question 36

Question 36

Colonial Administration

Which of the following best describes the position of the traditional rulers during the colonial period? They

  1. A.were directly involved in government
  2. B.made laws for the people
  3. C.were part of the executive arm of government
  4. D.served as a link between the people and the government
  5. E.were directly accountable to Secretary of State for the Colonies.
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Answer: D (served as a link between the people and the government)

Explanation

Under indirect rule, traditional rulers passed colonial orders to the people and collected taxes, acting as a link between the colonial government and the people.