Question 22
Federal, Unitary and Confederal SystemsWhich of the following is not true of a con-federal system?
- A.There is division of power
- B.component governments are subordinate to the central government
- C.the central government cannot impose its decision on component governments
- D.component governments have the right to secede.
Show the answer and explanation
Answer: B (component governments are subordinate to the central government)
Explanation
In a confederation the member states are stronger than the centre, so they are not subordinate to it.