JAMB Government 2025 Objective — Question 21

Question 21 of 40 from the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) Government 2025 Objective paper, with the correct answer and a full explanation.

The British introduced indirect rule in Nigeria to?

A. Suppress traditional institutions
B. Reduce administrative costsCorrect
C. Allow self-governance
D. Eliminate local rulers

Explanation

Correct answer: B. The British adopted indirect rule — governing through existing traditional rulers (like emirs and chiefs) — mainly to cut down the cost and manpower needed for direct colonial administration.

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