A Comparative Analysis of Decolonization Movements in Africa and Asia

Abstract

The 20th century witnessed a surge of decolonization movements that dismantled European colo-nial empires across Africa and Asia. This research paper delves into a comparative analysis of these move-ments, exploring the shared and divergent strategies, ideologies, and leadership styles employed to achieve independence. The paper examines the impact of pre-colonial social structures, cultural identities, and the nature of colonial rule on the trajectories of these decolonization struggles. By drawing on case studies from both continents, the paper sheds light on the complexities of the decolonization process and the lasting legacies of colonialism in the postcolonial world.