Centralized control refers to a form of government where power and authority are concentrated in a central governing body or individual. In this system, decision-making and governance are controlled from the top-down.
Related terms
Autocracy: A type of government where power is held by a single individual or ruler.
Dictatorship: A form of government where an individual holds absolute power and authority.
Authoritarianism: A political system characterized by strong central control, limited political freedoms, and opposition suppression.