Question

Which among the following measure was taken by the leaders of Belgium to solve the problem between the Dutch-speakers and French-speakers?

• A. More representation to the Dutch-speakers
• B. More representation to the French-speakers
• C. Equal representation to both
• D. No representation to either of the communities

Answer 1

The correct option is C Equal representation to both

Belgium is an example of accommodation and good democratic practices. In Belgium, 59% of the total population were Dutch-speaking people and 40% of them were French-speaking people. There were many differences between the two communities. The leaders of Belgium came up with a solution for this problem. They gave equal representation to both communities in the central government. By doing this, the Belgiam leaders felt that they respected the feelings and the interests of the people from both communities.