Question

Which of the following regions would be most likely to seek more political autonomy from the central government?

A. A city with an ethnically homogeneous population that is located close to the capital city
B. An island with a Muslim majority that is part of an island state with a majority Christian population
C. A state that is isolated from its neighbors by a large mountain range
D. A state that is made up of a single island with a population that has a little diversity
E. A city with a government that shares power equally with the central government

Answer 1

While both B and C are likely answers, B. An island with a Muslim majority that is part of an island state with a majority Christian population is the best answer as depending on the fervor of the Muslim majority, they may seek to institute sharia law.