Question

S1: People of Nigeria faced discrimination based on color.

S2: The British followed the policy of divide and rule among the tribes of Nigeria.

Choose the correct option from the following:

• A. S1: True; S2: False
• B. S1: True; S2: True
• C. S1: False; S2: True
• D. S1: False; S2: False

Answer 1

The correct option is B S1: True; S2: True

The natives of Nigeria were subjected to discrimination based on their race and were denied opportunities in the civil services. Competition and conflict was encouraged among the three tribes. The policy of divide and rule helped the British to strengthen the rule over the entire country.