FEATURES OF FRENCH POLICY OF ASSOCIATION

  1. The dual citizenship, force labour and the indignant system were abolished.
  2. The West African colonies were granted freedom to run their local affairs.
  3. The powers and authorities of traditional rulers were restored.
  4. Establishment of legislators at the colonial territories.
  5. Regional councils had wider powers.
  6. There was decentralization of political structure as each colony was allowed to develop on its own.
  7. African culture and traditional institutions were given due recognition and respect.

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