Why did Nelson Mandela join the African National Congress (ANC)?

Question

A.
because the ANC was the ruling party in South Africa at the time he joined

B.
because the ANC wanted to end prejudicial government policies based on race

C.
because the ANC provided funds for overseas education of prospective leaders

D.
because the ANC leadership was corrupt and not working toward its stated goals

Answer 1

B. because the ANC wanted to end prejudicial government policies based on race

Nelson Mandela joined the African National Congress (ANC) because he believed in the organization's mission to fight against racial discrimination and apartheid in South Africa. The ANC aimed to establish equal rights for all South Africans and to end the oppressive policies of the apartheid regime.