What is colonialism?
Colonialism is the practice where one country takes control of another region, establishing settlements there, and imposing its political, economic, and cultural systems.
It involves the domination of a weaker territory by a stronger power, often leading to exploitation of resources and suppression of the native population's independence and traditional ways of life.
Explanation
The chapter defines colonialism in the section 'THE AGE OF COLONIALISM' as 'the practice where one country takes control of another region, establishing settlements there, and imposing its political, economic, and cultural systems.' The chapter also notes that colonialism can be traced to ancient empires, but the 'Age of Colonialism' specifically refers to Europe's expansion from the 15th century onward.
Solution Steps
Colonialism is the practice where one country takes control of another region
It involves establishing settlements and imposing political, economic, and cultural systems
It leads to domination of weaker territories and exploitation of resources
It suppresses the native population's independence and traditional ways of life