Determine which of the following statements is a valid example of paternalism. (1 point)

Question

• The British government allowed indirect rule of Nigeria by letting local leaders have more control.
• The U.S. won the Spanish-American War and claimed territories, such as Guam and Puerto Rico
• The British government only allowed British officials, not trained Indians, to hold positions in government.
• The British East India Company made trade agreements with the Mughal Empire

Answer 1

The statement "The British government only allowed British officials, not trained Indians, to hold positions in government" is a valid example of paternalism.