Question 43
Constitutional Development in NigeriaOne of the demerits of the pre-Second World War constitutions of West African colonies was the
- A.domination of the Legislative Council by official members
- B.domination of the Legislative Council by un-official members
- C.introduction of Indirect Rule system in the colonies
- D.exclusion of traditional rulers from the government.
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Answer: A (domination of the Legislative Council by official members)
Explanation
Constitutions like Clifford's (1922) gave colonial officials a majority in the Legislative Council.