Question

Why was it impossible for a coloured man to discharge his obligations?​

Answer 1

Explanation:

In South Africa, a coloured person was isolated and punished for his attempt to live as a normal human being. That is why it was impossible for a coloured man to discharge his obligations."Obligation" means the same as duty.

Answer 2

Answer:

It was almost impossible for a man of Mandela's birth and colour to fulfil both of those obligations. In South Africa, a man of colour who attempted to live as a human being was punished and isolated.