What is the primary difference between unitary states and federalism?

Federalism and Unitary States Concepts

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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Federalism does not allow local governments.
Unitary states have multiple central governments.
Federalism centralizes all decision-making power.
Unitary states concentrate power in a central government.
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
In a unitary state, where is the decision-making power primarily located?
In the central government
In local governments
In regional councils
In international bodies
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is a key characteristic of federal states?
Local governments operate with limited power.
All power is held by the central government.
They have no central government.
Local governments have no legislative power.
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which historical example illustrates the formation of a federal government?
India
The United States of America
The United Kingdom
China
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the main difference between a confederation and a federal state?
A federal state has no constitution.
A confederation lacks a central government.
A federal state has no local governments.
A confederation has a strong central government.
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What does devolution aim to achieve within a country?
Creation of a new central government
Transfer of powers to subnational entities
Elimination of local governments
Centralization of power
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How does devolution differ from federalism?
Devolution is more flexible and adjustable.
Federalism has no central government.
Devolution is a constitutional framework.
Federalism does not allow local autonomy.
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