Q. Burkina Faso gained independence from which country in 1960?
Answer: France
Notes: Since the 1890s, present-day Burkina Faso witnessed several attempts of British, French and Germans to take control of its administration. This lead to France taking control of Burkina Faso in 1896. The language of colonial administration and schooling became French. From 1915 onwards Burkina Faso witnessed several internal revolts against French occupation, which was eventually suppressed by France. This internal revolts heightened during World War II, which finally lead to granting self-government rights to Burkina Faso in 1958. And in 1960, Republic of Upper Volta (present-day Burkina Faso) was granted independence.