History A-Level
Federalism and pluralism
What Federalism and pluralism means in History A-Level, as defined for Pearson Edexcel.
Definition of Federalism and pluralism
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Reference: Pearson Edexcel
Difference was reconciled with liberty through federalism, party pluralism, and regional diversity, alongside protection of minority and regional interests.
Topics that use Federalism and pluralism
- Paper 3, Option 37.2: Germany, 1871–1990: united, divided and reunited - 4 Establishing and ruling the new Federal Republic, 1949–60 (Pearson Edexcel A-Level)
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