Autonomous Regions

Definition

Autonomous regions are areas within a country that have a certain degree of self-governance and decision-making power, often granted to address the specific needs or demands of particular ethnic or cultural groups.

Related terms

Devolution:

Devolution refers to the transfer of power from a central government to regional or local governments within a country.

Subnationalism: Subnationalism is the strong identification with one's region or subnational group, often leading to demands for greater autonomy.

Ethnic Federalism: Ethnic federalism is a system where power is divided among different ethnic groups within a country, giving them varying degrees of self-rule.