Concept:The Commonwealth of Nations is an association of countries that were once part of the British Empire.
Explanation:The original Commonwealth consisted of independent nations that had been under British rule or dominion status.
It was formed in
1926 as the "British Commonwealth".
The founding members included the United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, and South Africa.
These were former British territories, not colonies of Portugal, Spain, or France.
Therefore, the correct option is the one that identifies these independent nations as former members of the British Empire.
Answer:C. independent nations formerly under British Empire