A central authority refers to a governing body or institution that holds power and control over a larger area or group of people. It exercises authority and makes decisions that affect the entire region.
Related terms
Hierarchy: A system where individuals or groups are ranked according to their level of authority or importance.
Monarchy: A form of government where a single ruler, such as a king or queen, holds supreme power.
Federal Government: A type of governance where power is divided between a central authority and smaller regional bodies, with each having some degree of autonomy.