WAEC Government 2004 Question 40

Question 40

Colonial Administration

Which of the following groups was provided for under the French West African Dual Citizenship?

  1. A.Men and women
  2. B.Muslims and Christians
  3. C.Soldiers and civilians
  4. D.Citizens and the subjects.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: D (Citizens and the subjects.)

Explanation

French policy divided Africans into citizens (assimilated, with French rights) and subjects (who lived under the indigénat).