south sudan gained its independence in 2011, reshaping the boundaries of sudan. which of the following best explains the implications of the shaded area shown on the map in darfur? responses like south sudan, darfur has gained its independence and is now a sovereign nation-state. like south sudan, darfur has gained its independence and is now a sovereign nation-state. devolution is likely in sudan as the country is a multinational state with no distinct majority group. devolution is likely in sudan as the country is a multinational state with no distinct majority group. darfur is a region of ethnic difference and political instability where devolution is likely. darfur is a region of ethnic difference and political instability where devolution is likely. devolution is likely in south sudan as it is landlocked country with no distinct majority group. devolution is likely in south sudan as it is landlocked country with no distinct majority group. sudan has a large population with a distinct majority group and further devolution is unlikely.