Devolutionary Forces

Definition

Devolutionary forces refer to the processes and factors that lead to the decentralization or fragmentation of political power within a country. These forces can arise from various sources such as regional, ethnic, or cultural differences.

Related terms

Secession: Secession is when a region or group within a country decides to break away and form its own independent state.

Fragmentation: Fragmentation refers to the breaking up of a larger political unit into smaller, more localized units.

Ethnic nationalism: Ethnic nationalism is the belief in promoting the interests of a specific ethnic group within a nation-state.