What were the main challenges faced by colonial powers in maintaining control over their colonies?

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What were the main challenges faced by colonial powers in maintaining control over their colonies?

The main challenges faced by colonial powers in maintaining control over their colonies included resistance and uprisings from indigenous populations, the high cost of maintaining a colonial administration, the need for military presence to suppress rebellions, the emergence of nationalist movements seeking independence, competition from other colonial powers, and the growing international pressure against colonialism.