Is it better to be United or Unitary?

United usually means “joined together as a group.”

In the case of the United States, the Constitution establishes federalism as the sharing of powers between the U. S. federal government and the individual state governments. Here united states mean having a liberal and federal government. While each of the 50 U.S. states has its own constitution, all provisions of the states’ constitutions must comply with the U.S. Constitution.

The states draw their powers under our system of federalism from the Tenth Amendment of the Constitution, wh i ch grants them all powers not specifically granted to the federal government, nor forbidden to them by the Constitution.

For example, while the Constitution grants the federal government the power to levy taxes, state and local governments may also levy taxes, because the Constitution does not prohibit them from doing so. In general, state governments have the power to regulate issues of local concern, such as drivers’ licenses, public school policy, and non-federal road construction and maintenance.

Unitary can be perceived in different ways. Unitary means “forming a single or uniform entity” or “relates to a system of government or organization in which the powers of the constituent parts are vested in a central body.”

A unitary system of government, or unitary state, is a sovereign state governed as a single entity. The central government is supreme, and the administrative divisions exercise only powers that the central government has delegated to them. Sub divisional units are created and abolished, and their powers may be broadened and narrowed by the central government. The United Kingdom, for example, is a unitary state, as its constituent countries — England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland — have no power to challenge the constitutionality of acts of Parliament.

Court System

State courts are courts of “general jurisdiction”. They hear all the cases not specifically selected for federal courts. Just as the federal courts interpret federal laws, state courts interpret state laws. Each state gets to make and interpret its own laws. This helps the states retain power, and makes sure that the national government does not become too strong.

As per the Constitution, U.S citizens feared that the federal courts might threaten the independence of the states and the people. To combat this fear the framers set up a federal court system that can only hear cases in special circumstances. We call this having “limited jurisdiction.” Since the federal courts can only hear certain kinds of cases, most of the day- to- day cases that courts deal with happen in state courts.

Basically, federal courts hear only 2 types of cases; those that raise a “federal question” and those involving “diversity of citizenship”.

Think a minute

What we need to ponder is whether our country is better Unitary or being Federal is better. Imagine our country having delegated independent powers for districts. Considering the mentality of Sri Lankans already fighting over religion and race later deciding to have independent governing bodies within our country, what would this lead to?

Giving the racists and men with superiority complex a chance to divide the country in reality? D.K.G

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American Education at ANC

No. 1 Choice in Sri Lanka for U. S. Education

ANC boasts 15 years of excellence in U.S. education. It is the only international program center of a U.S. university in Sri Lanka, and there are more than 200 study abroad agreements with renowned universities in America: ANC’s 2+ 2 U. S. Transfer Program has placed thousands of students in top notch American universities including State University of New York- SUNY Oswego, SUNY Albany, and SUNY at Buffalo, Northwood University, Embry- Riddle Aeronautical University, Florida Institute of Technology, Purdue University, Ohio State University, Drexel University, University of South Florida, Montana state University, Northern Arizona University, California State University, University of Wisconsin, LeTourneau University etc.

U. S Education system requires every undergraduate to take classes in several subjects, such as Maths, English Composition, History, Social Sciences, etc. before concentrating on one’s major. Those who opt for ANC’s 2+ 2 U. S. Transfer program meet these general education requirements during their two year stay ANC, and they receive their academic transcripts only from the Northwood University, the U. S. A.: this ensures the easy transfer of academic credits and successful acceptance.

A State-of-the-art Campus

Located in the heart of Colombo, ANC provide students with a cutting edge facility that includes spacious air-conditioned classrooms equipped with everything it takes for a better learning and teaching experience, science/ computer labs, a well-equipped library, student lounge, and group project meeting spaces. They also have access to online libraries of partner universities and Blackboard course management system.

Student Activities

With several student clubs and societies, ANC has something for everyone. Being involved in extra activities is a great way to make friends as well as develop your leadership and team working skills that a classroom alone cannot always foster. It’s all about having fun, trying something new, and meeting great people with similar interests while making memories along the way. Community service is also part of these activities, for we are at our best when we are helping others be at theirs. If you wish you too could lead and develop your club.

In sum, America is still the global beacon for higher education, and it has always been the most fertile ground for a better life. U. S. government has already invested in attracting international students who will start or head tomorrow’s Fortune 500 companies. Opportunities are endless, and you too can work your way up from an international student to a founder of a startup. Your stay at ANC will enable you to gain skills and confidence to prepare you for your education in America, the land of OPPORTUNITY. For more information, please con

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