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Which term refers specifically to a level of administration that is both geographically localised and has limited powers?
Which term refers specifically to a level of administration that is both geographically localised and has limited powers?
- National government
- Federal government
- Central government
- Local government (correct)
Local government generally acts within powers specifically delegated to them by law and/or directives of a higher level of government. In which type of state does local government generally comprise a third or fourth tier of government?
Local government generally acts within powers specifically delegated to them by law and/or directives of a higher level of government. In which type of state does local government generally comprise a third or fourth tier of government?
- Unitary states
- Federal states (correct)
- National states
- Sovereign states
Which term is used specifically in contrast to national government?
Which term is used specifically in contrast to national government?
- Local government (correct)
- Central government
- Sovereign government
- Federal government
In some countries, 'government' is normally reserved purely for a national administration. What may a national administration be known as?
In some countries, 'government' is normally reserved purely for a national administration. What may a national administration be known as?
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What is the generic term for the lowest tiers of public administration within a particular sovereign state?
What is the generic term for the lowest tiers of public administration within a particular sovereign state?
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