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GST 112 Study Session 6 ISLAM AND POLITICAL CULTURE IN NIGERIA Objective Question
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What was a major demand of the Maitatsine group during their riots in Kano in 1980?
Options
A Introduction of Sharia law
B Rejection of secularism and absolute loyalty to Muhammad Marwa
Correct Answer
C Greater access to Western education
D Increased trade with North Africa
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

The text states, 'The major demand of the group was a total rejection of the idea of secularism and an absolute loyalty to their leader Muhammad Marwa.'

Hint

The specific demands of the Maitatsine group are detailed after its classification as an intra-Muslim crisis.

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Course: GST 112
Topic: Study Session 6 ISLAM AND POLITICAL CULTURE IN NIGERIA
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
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