What was the primary purpose of the Mandate System following World War?

The primary purpose of the Mandate System following World War I was to administer territories that were formerly part of the defeated Central Powers and to prepare them for self-governance. Established by the League of Nations, the system aimed to ensure that these regions were managed responsibly and developed politically and economically until they could stand as independent nations. The mandates were categorized into three classes based on their readiness for self-rule, with the intention of promoting stability and preventing future conflicts.