WAEC Government 2013 Objective — Question 44

Question 44 of 50 from the West African Examinations Council (WAEC) Government 2013 Objective paper, with the correct answer and a full explanation.

Which of the following was not a reason for the adoption of Indirect Rule in British West African territories?

A. The chiefs approved of itCorrect
B. Administrative officers were in short supply
C. There was insufficient funding
D. The traditional rulers commanded respect among their subjects

Explanation

The chiefs' approval was not a reason for the British adoption of Indirect Rule — the system was adopted due to shortage of administrative officers, insufficient funding, and the fact that traditional rulers commanded respect among their subjects.

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