Concept:The Republic of Benin was the former French colony of Dahomey.Explanation:The area now called the Republic of Benin was historically known as Dahomey.It became the Republic of Dahomey when it gained independence in 1960.In 1975, the country changed its name to the People’s Republic of Benin.Later, it became simply the Republic of Benin.Answer:B. Dahomey.