Subsidiarity

Pronunciation: /ˈsəbˈsɪdiˈɑɹiˈtaɪ/

Subsidiarity (noun)

  1. A principle that decisions should be made by the smallest, lowest level of authority that can handle them effectively.
  2. The idea that higher levels of government should act only when lower levels cannot achieve the needed results.

Examples

  • The local decision rule helps communities solve problems faster.
  • The local decision rule works best when local groups know their needs.