In which year did Ghana sever diplomatic relations with Britain over the Rhodesian Unilateral Declaration of Independence?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: D. 1965
- Step 1: In December 1965, following an OAU resolution, Ghana broke ties with the UK. Step 2. This was in protest against Britain's failure to crush Ian Smith's white-minority rebellion in Rhodesia (Zimbabwe). Answer: 1965. Why not the others: 1961 was the Queen's state visit to Ghana; 1968 was under the NLC; 1972 was the Acheampong coup.
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