Question

Which era of US government is described as moving the power back to the states?

a) dual federalism
b) cooperative federalism
c) creative federalism/
d) new federalism

Answer 1

Creative Federalism is the era of the US government described as moving the power back to the states.

Answer: C

Explanation

Creative Federalism came into play from 1960 to 1980.

This federalism gave authority to the federal government thereby taking the full need of the state and provided resources to the state accordingly.

President Lyndon Johnson is acknowledged for this movement and coined the term 'Creative Federalism'.

This type of federalism also gives powers to states along with an increase in project grants, intergovernmental affairs also increased.