The Context API is a feature in React that allows you to share values (like state, themes, or user information) between components without having to manually pass props at every level. It helps manage "global" data in a clean and efficient way.

Why is it used?

• To avoid prop drilling (passing props through many layers).
• To manage application-wide settings (like theme, authentication, language preferences).
• To improve code readability and ease of maintenance.

Example use cases: authentication status, theme switching (light/dark mode), user language settings.

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