self-rule
noun
Pronunciation: /ˌselfˈruːl/
Definition
The ability of a group, community, or nation to govern itself without interference from external authorities.
Examples
The movement for self-rule gained momentum as citizens demanded more control over their local affairs.
Many indigenous communities are fighting to preserve their right to self-rule within the broader national framework.
The newly drafted constitution provides a clear roadmap for the region to transition toward complete self-rule.
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