Here's why:
* Federalism is a system of government where power is divided between a central authority (national government) and regional authorities (state or provincial governments). Both levels have independent powers and responsibilities.
* Unitary systems concentrate power in the central government. Regional governments have limited or no independent power and are essentially administrative extensions of the central government.
Examples of unitary systems:
* United Kingdom: Power is concentrated in the Parliament in London, with devolved regional governments having limited autonomy.
* France: The French Republic has a strong centralized government with limited regional power.
* China: Power is highly centralized with provincial governments acting primarily as agents of the central government.
Key differences:
| Feature | Federalism | Unitary System |
|---|---|---|
| Power distribution | Shared between national and regional levels | Concentrated in the central government |
| Regional autonomy | Significant | Limited or none |
| Constitution | Usually defines the division of power | Central government has ultimate authority |
| Examples | USA, Canada, Germany | UK, France, China |
Therefore, any system where power is not shared between national and regional levels, but is instead concentrated in the central government, is a non-example of federalism.