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GST 112 Study Session 9: Political Economy and Culture of Underdevelopment In Nigeria Objective Question
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A major contradiction noted in post-independence Nigeria regarding settlement patterns is:
Options
A The planned and equitable distribution of resources between urban and rural areas.
B The decline of existing towns and the emergence of new, isolated settlements.
C Uncontrolled urbanization and the abysmal neglect of rural areas.
Correct Answer
D The successful integration of rural economies into urban markets.
Correct Answer

Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

The text highlights: 'Another contradiction of the post-independence Nigeria is between uncontrolled urbanisation and abysmal neglect of rural areas.'

Hint

Think about the 'rural-urban drift' phenomenon and its causes.

Question Info

Course: GST 112
Topic: Study Session 9: Political Economy and Culture of Underdevelopment In Nigeria
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 540 of 1270
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