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QWhich significant event occurred in Burkina Faso in 1984, leading to a change in the country's name?

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  • A Establishment of a new capital city ✔ ✖
  • B Adoption of a new flag ✔ ✖
  • C Introduction of a new currency ✔ ✖
  • D Change of the country's name to Burkina Faso ✔ ✖
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In 1984, Burkina Faso underwent a name change from Upper Volta to Burkina Faso, signifying a shift towards a more indigenous and inclusive identity.

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