WAEC Government 2019 Question 49

Question 49

Nationalism

Which of the following features of Indirect Rule contributed immensely to Nationalism in British West Africa?

  1. A.Establishment of native treasuries
  2. B.The appointment of resident district commissioners
  3. C.Establishment of the native courts
  4. D.Exclusion of the educated elites
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Answer: D (Exclusion of the educated elites)

Explanation

Indirect rule worked through chiefs and shut out the educated elite, who then led nationalist movements.