Political Centralization

Political centralization refers to the concentration of authority and decision-making power within a smaller, central governing body, rather than being dispersed among local or regional governments. In this system, a single authority—often a national government—exercises control over various aspects of governance, policies, and law enforcement. This can lead to more uniform regulations and policies across a nation, but it may also create tensions with local leaders and communities who feel their specific needs and concerns are overlooked. Centralization contrasts with decentralization, where power is shared with local governments.