The nature of the federal system of government 1.3

Question 1

what are the two essential features of federalism

Answer 1

• the power of regional governments or states is protected by the Constitution
• regional powers are equal

Question 2

how is the power of regional governments or states is protected by the Constitution?

Answer 2

• federal government is unable to reduce powers of states without consent
• vice versa
• 2/3 of states can change any state power

Question 3

how is it shown that regional powers are equal

Answer 3

• same level of decisions making in their states ( e.g. tax rates )
• free to apply power however they want