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Question
The concept of 'autochthones' or 'stateless societies' was used by British colonial scholars to describe Nigerian communities with _______ institutions?
Correct Answer
Option B is the correct answer.
Detailed Explanation
British colonial scholars used terms like 'stateless societies' or 'autochthones' to describe communities, particularly in Eastern Nigeria (like the Igbo), that operated with non-centralized political structures, lacking a single paramount ruler or king.
Hint
This term refers to indigenous groups that did not have a single, unified governing authority or a clear hierarchy in the British colonial understanding.