Central Power

Definition

Central power refers to a concentration of authority and control in the hands of a single governing body or entity. It often involves a strong central government that exercises significant control over decision-making and policies.

Related terms

Decentralization: Decentralization is the opposite of central power, referring to the dispersal of authority and decision-making among different levels or entities within a system.

Separation of powers: The principle that divides governmental powers among distinct branches (legislative, executive, judicial) to prevent any one group from gaining too much control.

Federalism: A system that shares power between a central government and smaller regional governments, allowing for local autonomy while maintaining overall unity.