Question

Which of the following definitions best describes the term devolution?
A.
the creation of a united central government
B.
the establishment of a coalition between member states
C.
the breakup of a state into smaller, independent states
D.
the transfer of power from one dictator to another

Please select the best answer from the choices provided.

A
B
C
D

Answer 1

C

Devolution refers to the transfer of power from a central government to smaller regional or local authorities; among the choices given, C (breakup into smaller, independent states) is the closest match.