Question

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After independence, most South American countries
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Answer 1

After independence, most South American countries experienced political instability and were often ruled by caudillos (military strongmen).

Brief explanation: Weak central institutions, rival regional elites, and continuing social/economic inequality led to frequent coups, short-lived governments, and personalist leaders rather than stable liberal democracies.