The biggest obstacle which also slowed down nationalist activities in French West African Colonies was the
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assimilation policy
- constitutional reforms and entrenchment of human rights
- assassination of chiefs
- deportation of Africans to France
The correct answer is: A
Explanation
The biggest obstacle which also slowed down nationalist activities in French West African Colonies was the assimilation policy. This policy aimed to make Africans in French colonies 'French' in culture and citizenship, which undermined local cultures and identities and hindered the development of nationalist movements.