Colonial zones refer to specific areas within a territory that were designated for colonial administration and settlement during the period of European colonization. These zones often included cities, agricultural lands, and trade routes, where colonial powers like Britain, France, and Spain established control over local populations and resources. In these zones, colonial governments implemented laws and systems to manage both the indigenous people and European settlers. The impact of colonial zones can still be seen today in the cultural, social, and economic structures of former colonies, as they shaped the development of nations and influenced global trade patterns.