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GST 112 Study Session 9: Political Economy and Culture of Underdevelopment In Nigeria Objective Question
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What was the primary motive behind the British conquest and colonization of indigenous Nigerian peoples?
Options
A To establish a democratic political system.
B To promote industrialization within the colony.
C To facilitate economic exploitation.
Correct Answer
D To improve local education and health services.
Correct Answer

Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

The text explicitly states, 'Then, the imperial power turned its attention to the primary motive of conquest which was economic exploitation.'

Hint

Recall the fundamental reason why colonial powers expanded their territories.

Question Info

Course: GST 112
Topic: Study Session 9: Political Economy and Culture of Underdevelopment In Nigeria
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 505 of 1270
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