Question

10 mark for review which of the following describes a unitary form of governance? a stronger states and transnational corporations indirectly control weaker states. b a state has a strong central government with no power given to regions. c a collection of independent communities shares government services. d a state’s more powerful central government shares power with its regions. e a sense of unity, often derived from ethnic or cultural traits, binds a country together.

Explanation:

To determine the correct answer, we analyze each option based on the definition of a unitary form of governance. A unitary government is characterized by a strong central government that holds most or all of the power, with sub - national entities (regions) having little to no independent power.

• Option A: Describes a form of indirect control by stronger states and transnational corporations over weaker states, which is not related to the unitary form of governance within a state.
• Option B: Matches the definition of a unitary government as it has a strong central government with no power given to regions.
• Option C: Describes a collection of independent communities sharing government services, which is more like a form of local governance or a confederation - like arrangement, not a unitary state.
• Option D: Describes a system where the central government shares power with regions, which is a federal system, not a unitary one.
• Option E: Describes a sense of unity from ethnic or cultural traits (nationalism), not a form of governance.

Answer:

B. A state has a strong central government with no power given to regions.