Modern federalism refers to the division of powers between the national government and state governments in current times, where both levels of government have separate spheres of authority.
Related terms
Dual Federalism: This term refers to a system where powers are clearly divided between the national and state governments, with each level operating independently within its own sphere.
Cooperative Federalism: This term describes a system where there is intergovernmental cooperation and shared decision-making between the national and state governments.
Devolution: Devolution refers to the transfer of power from a central authority (national government) to lower levels of government (state or local) while still retaining ultimate sovereignty.