Question

Belgium evolved as a federal structure between 1970 and 1993 and resolved the community based issue by peaceful means. How did Belgium achieve this?

• A. United Nations helped to achieve peace.
• B. All the communities were included in the political system and got an equal share of power.
• C. All the communities formed separate countries.
• D. More people were educated about laws and policies.

Answer 1

The correct option is B All the communities were included in the political system and got an equal share of power.

Belgium successfully solved the conflicts between two different communities divided based on linguistic lines by ensuring equal power to them. Belgium focussed on two important aspects: equal power sharing and accommodation.