Question

Select the disadvantages of having a unitary system of government from the following.

• A. Despotism of the central government
• B. Limited power over other people
• C. Under-representation of ethnic groups at the centre
• D. Fair distribution of power

Answer 1

Answer: (A), (C)

Under-representation of ethnic groups at the centre

Unitary system of government usually tends to create troubles for the ethnic groups. Even a small country can have multiple ethnic groups. Their voices might go unheard as they may be under-represented at the centre. The concentration of powers may even pave the way for the despotism of the central government.