Independence was a difficult transition for the former colonies in South Asia following the Second World War. To what extent were the problems and weaknesses confronting these new nations attributable

Independence was a difficult transition for the former colonies in South Asia following the Second World War. To what extent were the problems and weaknesses confronting these new nations attributable to the colonial polices of the Western empires? In what ways were the new post-1950 political leaders of South Asia to blame for the issues of poverty, underdevelopment, and unrepresentative government? What continuing issues are these countries facing today? What role did the Cold War play in shaping these struggles toward independence and in shaping these domestic policy struggles?

To complete this assignment, use a minimum of two reputable sources. Your essay should be at least two pages in length and be double spaced in 12-point Times New Roman font. Use APA style for any in-text citations and corresponding references.

Brower, D., Sanders, T. (2014). The World In The Twentieth Century From Empires To Nations (7th Ed.). Boston, MA: Pearson.