How was Banda's rule characterized?
Democratic
Progressive
Reformist
Highly repressive autocracy
Answer
Dr. Hastings Kamuzu Banda's rule was characterized by a highly repressive autocracy, with the president himself exercising absolute control over the government, the military, and the judiciary. The country was effectively a one-party state, with Banda's Malawi Congress Party (MCP) holding all the seats in parliament and opposition parties being banned. All forms of dissent were suppressed, and those who opposed Banda were often arrested, tortured, or even killed.
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When did Hastings Banda pass away?
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