Strong Central Government

Definition

A strong central government refers to a system where the national or federal government has significant authority and power over various aspects of governance, including making and enforcing laws, collecting taxes, maintaining armed forces, and regulating interstate commerce.

Related terms

Federal Government: The central governing authority of a nation that has powers defined and limited by a constitution.

Unitary System: A form of government where all powers are held by a single central authority, with regional governments having limited or no independent powers.

Checks and Balances: Mechanisms in place within a government system that ensure no one branch becomes too powerful by allowing each branch to check the actions of others.