Federal governments are political systems in which power is divided between a central authority and smaller regional authorities. This division of power allows for a balance between national unity and local autonomy.
Related terms
Central authority: The main governing body within a federal government system that holds ultimate decision-making power.
Devolution: The transfer of certain powers from a central authority to regional or local governments.
Interdependence: A relationship between different levels of government in which they rely on each other to function properly.