Secession
Definition
Secession refers to the act of a region or group within a country breaking away and becoming an independent entity.
Analogy
Imagine you and your friends are part of a study group, but one day, some members decide to leave and form their own separate study group because they believe they can be more successful on their own.
Related terms
Self-determination: The right of a group to choose its own political status or form of government.
Devolution: The transfer of power from a central government to regional or local governments within the same country.
Independence movement: A collective effort by a group seeking autonomy or sovereignty from another political entity.
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