The End of Colonialism

Question 1

When did decolonization begin?

Answer 1

During the aftermath of World War II, in 1945.
The Philippines became independent in 1946, while India and Pakistan followed in 1947. Most Asian and African countries continued to gain independence through the next 10 years.

Question 2

When and where did the Bandung Conference occur?

Answer 2

1955, in Bandung, Indonesia

Question 3

Who attended the Bandung Conference?

Answer 3

29 newly-independent nations, with Thailand and China

Question 4

Why was the Bandung Conference held?

Answer 4

To discuss common interests and concerns for newly-independent nations

Question 5

Economic control

Answer 5

The control and authority an imperial country has over it’s colony’s economy and wealth. Examples include the control of crop growth, reliance on trade and exploiting farmers for cash crops.

Question 6

Intellectual control

Answer 6

The control an imperial country has over it’s colony’s education and intellect. Examples include the access citizens have to schools or universities and the control and promotion of Western ideas and religions.

Question 7

Physical control

Answer 7

The control an imperial country has over it’s colony’s citizens and borders. Examples include redrawing border lines to satisfy the imperial country’s needs.

Question 8

The aftermath of colonialism

Answer 8

• Many colonized countries struggled to rebuild themselves, as they had only been colonized to be exploited for their resources. As a result, public works like schools were not developed, leading to a lack of education among citizens.
• Additionally, imperial countries often redrew boundaries within a colony, often grouping together different ethnic or religious groups. This led to tension and violence between these groups once their imperial country left.