Centralism

usgb/ˈsentrəlɪzəm/
noun

The practice of controlling an organization or group by a central authority.

The government operates under the principle of centralism.
Visual representation of "centralism" - The practice of controlling an organization or group by a central authority.

Often appears as...

  • democratic centralism
  • political centralism

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Organizational Control

Understand 'centralism' refers to strict control from a main authority in groups or firms.

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In the company's centralism structure, decisions must be approved by the CEO.
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Not Decentralized

'Centralism' is opposite of decentralization, where authority is dispersed.

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He criticized the centralism in the organization, advocating for giving more autonomy to branches.
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