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Ritika Chitlangia

Question 4What problems were germane toGS2GS1

What problems were germane to the decolonization process in the Malay Peninsula? (Answer in 150 words) 10 marks

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Introduction

The Malay peninsula, consisting of Malaysia, Singapore, parts of Thailand, Vietnam etc. underwent decolonization, post World War II, leading to acute unique problems.

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Main Body

Problems associated with decolonization process of Malay

1Artificial withdrawal of the colonial powers, leading to problems of ethnic conflicts, civil wars, communal problems etc
2Widespread poverty, illiteracy etc as the Dutch, French, British etc never focused on indigenous human resource development.
3Economic dislocation as colonial powers weakened the capacity of self-reliance of indigenous economy.
4Problems of integration and assimilation eg: Hongkong and Macau with mainland China. (Transferred after 99 year lease with British).

Therefore, the problems of decolonization need to deal with through stable political systems, indigenous resource mobilization, economic re-structuring and boosting self-reliance.

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Conclusion

Therefore, the problems of decolonization need to deal with through stable political systems, indigenous resource mobilization, economic re-structuring and boosting self-reliance.

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  • Clearly identifies three major problem categories
  • Explains root causes of each problem
  • Contextualizes colonial impact

Topper

Ritika Chitlangia

Subject & Paper

GS2GS1

Topic

History of the World

Decolonization

Southeast Asian Decolonization

Writing Stats

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