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WAEC Government 2021 Question 16

Question 16

Colonial Administration

Which territories in British West Africa did the colonial government exercise limited jurisdiction?

  1. A.Conquered states
  2. B.Mandated territories
  3. C.Protectorates
  4. D.Trust territories
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Answer: C (Protectorates)

Explanation

In protectorates Britain claimed only 'protection' and ruled through native authorities, so its legal jurisdiction was limited compared with the colonies.