Tag federalism
Federalism is a system of government where power is divided between a central authority and smaller regional authorities, such as states or provinces. Here are some key tags related to federalism:
- Federal government: A government that is divided into a central authority and smaller regional authorities, such as states or provinces.
- Separation of powers: The division of power between the central government and regional authorities, often with checks and balances to prevent any one branch from becoming too powerful.
- State's rights: The idea that regional authorities have the right to govern themselves and make decisions without interference from the central government.
- Decentralization: The process of transferring power and decision-making authority from the central government to regional authorities.
- Autonomy: The ability of regional authorities to govern themselves and make decisions without interference from the central government.
- Regional governance: The process of governing at the regional level, often involving regional authorities and local governments.
- Subnational government: A government that operates at a level below the national government, such as a state or province.
- Fiscal federalism: The way in which governments at different levels (national, state, local) share and manage public finances.
- Intergovernmental relations: The relationships between governments at different levels, including the central government and regional authorities.
- Federalism vs. unitary government: A comparison of federalism with a unitary government, where power is concentrated at the central level.
- Federalism in the United States: The system of government in the United States, which is based on federalism and the separation of powers.
- Federalism in Canada: The system of government in Canada, which is based on federalism and the division of power between the federal government and the provinces.
- Federalism in Europe: The system of government in the European Union, which is based on federalism and the division of power between the EU and its member states.
These tags can be used to explore the concept of federalism and its applications in different contexts.