Separatists
Definition
Separatists are individuals or groups who advocate for independence or secession from an existing state. They seek to establish their own separate political entity, often based on ethnic, religious, or cultural differences.
Analogy
Think of separatists as people who want to break up a group project and start their own individual project. They believe that they can achieve their goals better by separating from the larger group and forming their own independent entity.
Related terms
Nationalism: A strong sense of loyalty and devotion to one's nation or ethnic group, often associated with aspirations for self-determination or independence.
Devolution: The transfer of power and decision-making authority from a central government to regional or local governments within a country.
Secession: The formal withdrawal of a region or territory from an existing state in order to become an independent political entity.
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