Concept:Indirect Rule was adopted by the British in West Africa mainly because of financial limitations.
Explanation:The British colonial government had very little money to run the territories.
Direct administration by British officials would have required a large number of European staff.
Paying and equipping such a large staff was too expensive.
Therefore, the British chose to rule through traditional African chiefs and local institutions.
This method was much cheaper and reduced the need for many British officials.
It also reduced the need for a large colonial police force and administrative buildings.
Hence, inadequate finance was a key reason for adopting Indirect Rule.
Answer:C. inadequate finance