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The split between North Carolina and South Carolina in 1729 was prompted by several factors, primarily stemming from political, economic, and geographical differences.

1. Geographical Differences: The vast territory of the original Carolina colony (granted by King Charles II to eight Lords Proprietors in 1663) presented administrative challenges. The northern and southern regions developed distinct economic and social structures due to their differing geographies and resources.

2. Economic and Cultural Discrepancies: The northern part of Carolina, what became North Carolina, was populated by small farmers and was less economically developed compared to the southern part (South Carolina), which had booming economic activities centered around plantations and trade.

3. Political and Social Tensions: There were significant governance and political disputes within the colony. The settlers in the north often had different interests and grievances compared to those in the south, leading to frequent disagreements in colonial management.

4. Indigenous Conflicts: Both regions experienced conflicts with Native American tribes, but the approaches to these conflicts and their impacts varied, contributing further to a sense of division.

5. Crown's Intervention: Dissatisfaction with the Lords Proprietors' management led to calls for the Crown to take direct control. In 1729, seven of the eight Lords Proprietors sold their shares back to the Crown, resulting in North and South Carolina becoming separate royal colonies under more direct British control.

These overarching issues created a compelling need to administratively split the colony to better manage the distinct and growing regions.

For more detailed information, you can refer to sources such as NCpedia, Brainly, and Carolana.

Here are some historical maps showing the original Carolina colony and its subsequent division: