Question 53
Pre-colonial Political SystemsOne of the major functions of the emir in the Hausa-Fulani traditional political system was to
- A.organize the people for communal worship only
- B.interpret all laws
- C.influence elections in his emirate
- D.levy, collect and spend taxes
- E.lead the army to wars.
Show the answer and explanation
Answer: D (levy, collect and spend taxes)
Explanation
The Emir controlled the emirate's finances, levying taxes such as zakat, kharaj and jangali and spending them through his officials.