The Rendel Constitution established Singapore as a self-governing state within the British Empire in the 1950s. It introduced a legislative council with a majority of elected members for the first time. This constitution was significant as it allowed Singapore to have more self-rule and moved the country towards internal self-government, though Britain still controlled areas like foreign affairs.

1. Nan Hua High School Secondary Two (History) Assignment – Rendel Constitution Name: ________________()Marks: _____________ Class: _________Date: ______________ Structured question Please answer this question on a piece of foolscap paper. What is the significance of the Rendel Constitution in Singapore’s political scene in the 1950s? Explain your answer.