Which describes a unitary system?

Question

1. The states hold all the powers, but can grant some to the national government
2.The+national+government+makes+laws+that+affect+the+states+but+not+the+people+directly.
3. The+national+government+makes+all+laws+for+its+citizens.
4. Both+state+and+national+governments+make+laws+for+their+citizens.

Answer 1

A unitary system is best described by option 3: The national government makes all laws for its citizens.

In a unitary system, the central government holds the primary authority, and any administrative divisions (like regions or provinces) derive their powers from the central government. This system contrasts with a federal system, where power is divided between central and regional governments.