Government Transition
/ˈɡʌvərnmənt trænsˈɪʃən/
Definitions
- (n.) The process by which authority, responsibility, and resources are formally transferred from one government or administration to another, typically following elections or appointments.
The government transition was carefully coordinated to ensure continuity of public services.
Forms
- government transition
- government transitions
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Commentary
Usage often appears in constitutional and administrative law contexts, emphasizing orderly transfer to maintain governmental stability.
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