WAEC Government 2020 Question 16

Question 16

Federal, Unitary and Confederal Systems

Which of the following constitutional provisions gives a high degree of autonomy to component parts of a unitary state?

  1. A.Devolution
  2. B.Delegation
  3. C.Divestiture
  4. D.Declaration
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Answer: A (Devolution)

Explanation

Devolution transfers real powers from the central government to regional units, giving them much autonomy while the state stays unitary.