SYSTEMS OF GOVERNMENT Geographic Distribution All countries have

SYSTEMS OF GOVERNMENT

Geographic Distribution � All countries have capitals, but they differ in how much political power is actually held in the capital.

Unitary System �A form of government in which all of the powers of the government are held by a single unit or agency. Great Britain France

Unitary Systems �Local units of government have limited powers, granted to them by the central government. �These powers can be easily changed or eliminated by the central government �Organized in a variety of different formats. �From Dictators to modern democracies. Japan China

Unitary Systems Advantages � Laws and policies are applied in the same way to each citizen � Avoids costly duplication of government efforts. Disadvantages � If a country becomes too large, geographically, running the government from one location can be very difficult. �Example: Ancient Roman Government

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Confederation � A political system in which a weak central government has limited authority, and the states have ultimate power. http: //mrkash. com/activities/articlesques. html