Statute of Autonomy of Catalonia

The Statute of Autonomy of Catalonia is a legal document that defines the region's self-governing powers within Spain. It establishes Catalonia's political institutions, such as its government (the Generalitat), parliament, and judiciary, and outlines areas where it can create its own laws, like culture, education, and health. Approved through regional and national processes, it reflects Catalonia's desire for self-rule while remaining part of Spain. The statute aims to balance regional autonomy with national unity, though debates over its scope have been central to political tensions in Spain.