Provinces
Definition
Provinces are geographical areas within a country that have their own local government but are subordinate to the central government.
Related terms
Federalism: A system where power is divided between national and subnational governments.
Devolution: The transfer or delegation of power from central government to regional or local authorities.
Administrative Division: A portion of a country established for political administration purposes; provinces fall under this category.
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