Which of the following decisions made by European powers led to conflict in post-colonial Africa?

A.
Europeans refused to allow Africans to fight in WWII.
B.
Large numbers of Europeans settled throughout the continent.
C.
European powers established boundaries with little regard for traditional tribal or ethnic divisions.
D.
Europeans established strong economic systems and widespread infrastructure, making many states appealing for a takeover.


Please select the best answer from the choices provided

A
B
C
D

1 answer

The best answer is C. European powers established boundaries with little regard for traditional tribal or ethnic divisions.

This decision led to significant conflicts in post-colonial Africa because the arbitrary borders created by colonial powers often grouped together diverse ethnic groups or split communities, leading to tensions and conflicts that persist even today.