Why was pass law passed?

Pass laws were implemented in South Africa during apartheid to control and restrict the movement of non-white populations. These laws required black South Africans to carry passbooks that documented their identity and permission to be in certain areas. The aim was to enforce racial segregation and maintain white supremacy by limiting access to urban areas and jobs, ensuring that non-white individuals could only be in designated locations. This system contributed to widespread discrimination and social unrest, ultimately leading to resistance movements against apartheid.