Post Utme Unilag 2022 Government Question 1

Practice objective / multiple choice question 1 from the 2022 Post Utme Unilag Government examination.

Post Utme Unilag 2022 Government Objective / Multiple Choice
Question 1 POST_UTME_UNILAG • 2022 • GOVERNMENT • objective

The concept of 'indirect rule' in pre-colonial Africa refers to the practice of a local ruler or chief being allowed to maintain a degree of autonomy in governing their territory, while still being subject to the ultimate authority of a more powerful external ruler. Which of the following best describes the characteristics of indirect rule?

Answer Options

A. A system of government where a local ruler or chief is given complete autonomy to govern their territory.
Correct Answer B. A system of government where a local ruler or chief is allowed to maintain a degree of autonomy, but is still subject to the ultimate authority of a more powerful external ruler.
C. A system of government where a local ruler or chief is removed from power and replaced by a more powerful external ruler.
D. A system of government where a local ruler or chief is given complete control over a specific aspect of governance, but not overall authority.
Correct Answer
B
Correct Option:
A system of government where a local ruler or chief is allowed to maintain a degree of autonomy, but is still subject to the ultimate authority of a more powerful external ruler.

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