The Scottish independence referendum refers to the vote that took place in Scotland on September 18, 2014, to determine whether Scotland should become an independent country separate from the United Kingdom.
Related terms
Devolution: Devolution refers to the transfer of power and decision-making from a central government to regional or local governments within a country.
Secession: Secession is the act of withdrawing or breaking away from a political entity, such as a state or country, with the aim of forming a new independent entity.
Nationalism: Nationalism is an ideology that emphasizes loyalty and devotion to one's own nation or ethnic group, often seeking self-determination and independence.