Why are some countries a federal state?

Federalism, and other forms of territorial autonomy, is generally seen as a useful way to structure political systems in order to prevent violence among different groups within countries because it allows certain groups to legislate at the subnational level.

Which country does not have federal form of government?

Note: China and Sri Lanka have a unitary pattern of government. Under the unitary system, either there is only one level of government or the sub-units are inferior to the central government. The central government can pass on laws to the regional or the local government.

How was independence achieved in Indonesia?

When Japan surrendered on 15 August 1945, the Indonesian leader, Sukarno, proclaimed the independence of Indonesia. Between 1947 and 1948, the Netherlands launched two major military interventions, but the nationalists held firm, and the Dutch, under pressure from the United Nations and the United States, had to yield.

When did East Indonesia become part of the United States of Indonesia?

With the realisation of the United States of Indonesia on 27 December 1949, East Indonesia became a constituent of the new federation. In much of Indonesia, the federal USI was seen as an illegitimate regime foisted on the islands by the Dutch, and many of the federal states began to merge with the Republic of Indonesia.

Is there federalism in Indonesia?

Ever since the foundation of Indonesia there was an idea of federalism that was even implemented in 1949 – the country was officially called Republic of the United States of Indonesia (Republik Indonesia Serikat) and this was actually the state that received the government power from the Netherlands.

What type of government did East Indonesia have?

The Construction Cabinet of East Indonesia, which was installed at 4 o’clock in the afternoon in the former building of the Council of Indies in Batavia. The state had a parliamentary cabinet appointed by the president but much real power remained with the Dutch East Indies authorities.

When did Indonesia become a bicameral legislature?

Nevertheless, on 17 December 1949, sovereignty was transferred to the United States of Indonesia. The RIS had a bicameral legislature. The People’s Representative Council consisted of 50 representatives from the Republic of Indonesia and 100 from the various states according to their populations.