Decentralization: Decentralization is the opposite of central power, referring to the dispersal of authority and decision-making among different levels or entities within a system.
Separation of powers: The principle that divides governmental powers among distinct branches (legislative, executive, judicial) to prevent any one group from gaining too much control.
Federalism: A system that shares power between a central government and smaller regional governments, allowing for local autonomy while maintaining overall unity.