Question

Belgium was shifted from unitary form of government to federal form of government in 1993. What does it mean?

• A. The regional governments were given constitutional powers and were not dependent on the central government.
• B. The regional governments were under the control of the central government.
• C. Constitution prescribes that the Dutch and French ministers shall be equal in the central government.
• D. Community government will undertake the powers of the central government.

Answer 1

The correct option is A The regional governments were given constitutional powers and were not dependent on the central government.

The Belgian leaders took a different path. They recognised the existence of regional differences and cultural diversities. Between 1970 and 1993, they amended their constitution four times so as to work out an arrangement that would enable everyone to live together within the same country.