, PSC2601 Assignment 1 QUIZ (COMPLETE ANSWERS)
Semester 2 2025 – DUE 2025; 100% correct solutions and
explanations.
QUESTION 1
Which option is not part of the Decoloniality theory?
a. It deals with the global power relationships.
b. It presumes that coloniality came to an end with the end of
colonialism.
c. It focuses on matters determined by the nature of knowledge, culture
and spiritual notions.
d. It is not a single theory but includes diverse positions on these
matters.
Explanation: Decoloniality holds that coloniality persists even after
colonialism; it does not presume it ended.
QUESTION 2
Which one of the following phases does not form part of the colonial
period in the formation of the South African state?
a. The republics of Transvaal, the Orange Free State and Natal
b. The British period
c. The government period
d. The Dutch period
Explanation: “Government period” is not a recognised historical phase;
the others are part of South Africa’s colonial history.
QUESTION 3
Which type of legislation is excluded from the NCOP’s participation and
approval?
a. Bills dealing with constitutional amendments
Semester 2 2025 – DUE 2025; 100% correct solutions and
explanations.
QUESTION 1
Which option is not part of the Decoloniality theory?
a. It deals with the global power relationships.
b. It presumes that coloniality came to an end with the end of
colonialism.
c. It focuses on matters determined by the nature of knowledge, culture
and spiritual notions.
d. It is not a single theory but includes diverse positions on these
matters.
Explanation: Decoloniality holds that coloniality persists even after
colonialism; it does not presume it ended.
QUESTION 2
Which one of the following phases does not form part of the colonial
period in the formation of the South African state?
a. The republics of Transvaal, the Orange Free State and Natal
b. The British period
c. The government period
d. The Dutch period
Explanation: “Government period” is not a recognised historical phase;
the others are part of South Africa’s colonial history.
QUESTION 3
Which type of legislation is excluded from the NCOP’s participation and
approval?
a. Bills dealing with constitutional amendments
