History of Africa – 1800 to Present
Social Darwinism is a social theory that emerged in the late 19th century, which applies the concepts of natural selection and survival of the fittest to human societies. This ideology was often used to justify imperialism, colonialism, and racial inequality, suggesting that some races or nations were inherently superior to others. In the context of early European presence in Africa, social Darwinism played a crucial role in legitimizing the exploitation and domination of African societies by European powers.
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