Question

What led to the increase in successful independence movements in Africa and Asia following World War II?
European nations determined that the colonies were prepared for self-rule.


The decline of economic interests in the colonies.


The decline in the colonial empires of European nations.


The rise of social justice movements.

Answer 1

Between 1945 and 1960, three dozen new states in Asia and Africa achieved autonomy or outright independence from their European colonial rulers. There was no one process of decolonization. In some areas, it was peaceful, and orderly. In many others,independence was achieved only after a protracted revolution.