WAEC Government 2025 Question 23

Question 23

Colonial Administration

Which of the following characteristics best describes a Protectorate in the Colonial administrative policy?

  1. A.Full sovereignty and independence of the Colony
  2. B.Complete annexation and integration into the protecting power
  3. C.Limited sovereignty with external control over foreign affairs and defense
  4. D.Total economic control and political independence by the Colony
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: C (Limited sovereignty with external control over foreign affairs and defense)

Explanation

A protectorate kept some internal autonomy, but the protecting power controlled its defence and foreign affairs.