5 Questions
Who is considered the father of modern federalism?
Johannes Althusius
In which work did Johannes Althusius expose the bases of federalism?
Politica Methodice Digesta, Atque Exemplis Sacris et Profanis Illustrata
What is an example of federalist republics in corporate societies according to Montesquieu?
Cities forming confederations
How does federalism differ from confederalism?
Regional level of government is subordinate to the general level
What represents the central form in the pathway of regional integration or separation?
Federalism
Study Notes
Federalism
- Johannes Althusius is considered the father of modern federalism.
- In his work "Politica", Johannes Althusius exposed the bases of federalism.
Federalist Republics
- According to Montesquieu, an example of federalist republics in corporate societies is the Achaean League.
Federalism vs Confederalism
- Federalism differs from confederalism in that federalism is a system where power is divided between a central authority and smaller regional governments, whereas confederalism is a system where power is held by regional governments with little or no central authority.
Regional Integration or Separation
- The central form in the pathway of regional integration or separation is federalism.
Test your knowledge about federalism and its founders with this quiz. Explore the origins and principles of federalism, including the contributions of Johannes Althusius and Montesquieu.
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