Question

The British policy of indirect rule sought to

A encourage the educated elite to participate in local administration
B make the indigenous political institutions adapt to British system of Government
C use indigenous political institutions to serve British interest
D promote co-operation between the educated elite and the indigenous rulers..

Answer 1

The correct answer is C. use indigenous political institutions to serve British interest

The British saw no reason to dismantle the administrative system on ground before their coming as it was efficient.