Decolonisation
Nounअधिकृतिकरण
Definition
The process of ending colonial rule and establishing political independence for colonized territories, often accompanied by cultural and economic reforms.
Contextual Sentence: "Decolonisation in Africa post-WWII led to the formation of new nations, but many faced challenges like border disputes and economic instability."
💡 Memory Hook (Mnemonic): Think 'de-' (undo) + 'colonisation'—like removing chains from a nation’s history.
Synonyms
post-colonialism
liberation
independence movement
Antonyms
colonisation
imperialism
foreign domination