A disadvantage of centralized administration is that

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A. wide powers are allocated to sub-national bodies
B. the influence of the administration is easily felt by the local people
C. local people are not easily exploited by the sub-national agents
D. sub-national bodies are denied initiative in decision making

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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation

In a centralised administration, most of the decision-making power is concentrated in the central government. This means that sub-national bodies, such as local governments or regional authorities, have limited autonomy and are unable to make decisions or implement policies without the approval of the central government.

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