- Centralization refers to the concentration of power and decision-making authority at a higher level in an organization or system. - National unity (A) and Uniformity (B) are often seen as potential benefits or features resulting from centralized control, as policies and administration are applied consistently across the unit. - Prosperity (C) is an economic outcome that can be influenced by various factors, including governmental structure, but it is not an inherent or guaranteed feature solely of centralization. - Liberty (D), in the context of individual or local autonomy, is often seen as being restricted by increased centralization, which tends to limit freedom at lower levels or for individuals by imposing uniform rules and control from the centre.
Which one among the following is not a feature of centralization?
Asked in UPSC CDS 1 2021 · Topic: The Governance System (Meaning, Scope, and Dimensions of Governance)
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