Comparison of Unitary, Federal, and Confederate State Structures
10 Questions
2 Views

Choose a study mode

Play Quiz
Study Flashcards
Spaced Repetition
Chat to lesson

Podcast

Play an AI-generated podcast conversation about this lesson

Questions and Answers

What is the main difference between a unitary state and a federal state?

  • In a unitary state, power is divided between the central government and the states, while in a federal state, the states have their own governments and laws.
  • In a unitary state, there is no central government, while in a federal state, the central government has supreme power.
  • In a unitary state, the central government has supreme power, while in a federal state, power is divided between the central government and the states. (correct)
  • In a unitary state, the states have more power than the central government, while in a federal state, the central government has supreme power.

    • Which type of state structure has a weak central government and more power given to the states or provinces?

  • Unitary state
  • Federal state
  • Confederate state (correct)
  • None of the above

    • What is the defining feature of a federal state?

  • The central government has supreme power over the entire country.
  • Power is divided between the central government and the states or provinces. (correct)
  • The central government is weak and has limited power.
  • The central government can create or abolish local governments.

    • Which countries are examples of unitary states?

    <p>United Kingdom, France, Japan</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main characteristic of a unitary state?

    <p>Central government has complete control over all aspects of governance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of state structure grants significant powers to the president?

    <p>Presidential State</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a characteristic of a parliamentary state?

    <p>The head of state is separate from the head of government</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which type of state does the central government have limited powers?

    <p>Confederate State</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which subtype of unitary state grants a certain margin of regional autonomy?

    <p>Decentralized Unitary State</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main difference between a federal state and a parliamentary state?

    <p>Power is divided between the central government and regional governments in a federal state</p> Signup and view all the answers

    More Like This

    Use Quizgecko on...
    Browser
    Open
    Browser
    Browser