The laws of the pre-colonial African system were

The laws of the pre-colonial African system were

  • A.
    written
  • B.
    codified
  • C.
    unwritten
  • D.
    rigid
Correct Answer: Option C
Explanation

The key characteristic of pre–colonial African law is its, unwritten nature, with a focus on serving community rather than individual pursuits. Incarceration and punishment were unknown and instead efforts were made to compensate the victim, whose role was central to the process.

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