Answer to Question #331695 in History for Potso

Question

Mahmood Mamdani argues that colonialism in Africa was based on a clear policy of ‘indirect rule.’ John Illife and Richard Reid however suggest that there was significant variation in colonial policies of governance across Africa. Drawing on the two readings, explain the policy of ‘indirect rule’ and its adoption by different colonial powers in Africa. Pay particular attention to the similarities and differences between French and British forms of governance in Africa.