Europeans ignored cultural divisions when setting colonial boundaries because
A. Europeans had no interest in or concern for African cultural divisions.
B. African cultural divisions were too complex for Europeans to understand.
C. Respecting African cultural identity might negatively affect Africa's economy.
D. African citizens did not have a strong sense of national or cultural identity.
Answer (2)
European colonial powers often neglected cultural divisions in Africa because they viewed the continent through a lens of exploitation and simplification, considering economic interests over cultural identities. They believed that African citizens lacked a cohesive national identity, leading to arbitrary border decisions. This disregard sparked conflicts that persist in contemporary Africa. ;
European powers ignored cultural divisions in Africa when establishing colonial boundaries primarily because they did not care about these identities, focusing instead on resource exploitation. They viewed African societies as primitive, leading to arbitrary borders that disregarded ethnic lines. This approach has resulted in ongoing conflicts and struggles within the continent.
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