Separation of Powers: This term refers to the division of governmental powers among different branches (such as legislative, executive, and judicial) to prevent any one branch from becoming too powerful.
Federalism: Federalism is the distribution of power between a central authority (national government) and individual states, allowing for shared responsibilities and cooperation.
Checks and Balances: This concept involves each branch having some control over the actions of the other branches, ensuring that no single branch becomes too dominant or abuses its power.