Post Utme Covenant University 2025 Government Question 31

Practice objective / multiple choice question 31 from the 2025 Post Utme Covenant University Government examination.

Post Utme Covenant University 2025 Government Objective / Multiple Choice
Question 31 POST_UTME_COVENANT_UNIVERSITY • 2025 • GOVERNMENT • objective

The concept of 'indirect rule' in pre-colonial Nigeria refers to the practice of a more powerful state exerting control over a weaker state through a local ruler. Which of the following best describes the characteristics of this system?

Answer Options

A. The local ruler has complete autonomy in domestic affairs, while the more powerful state controls foreign policy.
Correct Answer B. The local ruler is responsible for collecting taxes and maintaining law and order, while the more powerful state controls the judiciary and foreign policy.
C. The local ruler is a mere puppet of the more powerful state, with no real authority or autonomy.
D. The local ruler has complete control over domestic and foreign policy, with the more powerful state providing only limited support and guidance.
Correct Answer
B
Correct Option:
The local ruler is responsible for collecting taxes and maintaining law and order, while the more powerful state controls the judiciary and foreign policy.

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