How did language policies reflect colonial power and influence post-independence education?

How did language policies reflect colonial power and influence post-independence education?

• A. Language policies had no link to colonial authority.
• B. Language policies were always chosen by colonizers with no local input.
• C. Language policies were decided entirely by local populations after independence.
• D. Language was often imposed by colonial powers; post-independence reforms promote national languages and impact identity and access.

Answer: (D)