Decentralization: Decentralization is the opposite of centralized control. It refers to the transfer of power and decision-making authority from a central authority to local or regional entities.
Federalism: Federalism is a system of government where power is divided between a central government and regional governments. It allows for both centralized control on certain matters and local control on others.
Autonomy: Autonomy refers to the ability of an individual or entity to self-govern and make decisions independently without external interference. In the context of centralized control, citizens having more local control means they have greater autonomy in public matters.