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GST 112 Study Session 6 ISLAM AND POLITICAL CULTURE IN NIGERIA Objective Question
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What event in 1976/1977 significantly opened up sectarian discourse regarding religion in Nigeria?
Options
A The emergence of the Boko Haram sect
B The Maitatsine riots in Kano
C Deliberations of the Constitution Drafting Committee (CDC) on the Sharia issue
Correct Answer
D The Fulani Jihad's impact on Hausa land
Correct Answer

Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

The document specifies: 'It was during the deliberations of the Constitution Drafting Committee (CDC) in 1976/1977 that the Sharia issue opened up the sectarian discourse.'

Hint

Look for the specific committee and year mentioned in the 'Causes of Religious Violence' section.

Question Info

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