What Was the Stated Goal of Indirect Rule in Africa

question 71

Multiple Choice

What was the stated goal of indirect rule in Africa?

• A) To prevent the potential of rebellions as was seen in Southeast Asia.
• B) To limit the cost of setting up colonial rule.
• C) To appease the educated class of Africans.
• D) To preserve African political traditions.
• E) To begin a collaborative system with native Africans.

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