Which term describes the European belief that they had a duty to spread their religion and culture to Africa?
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Correct answer: White Man's Burden
Based on a poem by Rudyard Kipling, this concept provided a moral justification for imperialism. It suggested that Europeans were selflessly helping 'lesser' peoples, masking the economic exploitation at play.
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