plural of branch of government

A part of a whole governing body which is assigned specific powers; examples include the legislature, the judiciary, the executive, the military, and, in non-secular states, the church.

The governance of a region by its own populace; autonomy. / (dated) Personal self-control.

plural of shadow government

A government that is prepared to take control in response to certain events, especially one made up of the leadership of the largest opposition party in parliament which would assume control should the ruling party be displaced in elections.

plural of seat of government

The location that is the centre of authority to govern; usually the capital city of an area.

plural of federal government

(chiefly Canada) A government-built wharf.

A government's revenue through taxes, royalties and government participation