What is the difference between ‘coming together’ and ‘holding together’ federations?

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Territory

Economy

Number of states

Powers of central government

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The Power of the central government is the difference between ‘coming together’ and ‘holding together’ federations.
Holding together a federation is nothing but the division of powers among the states of the country and central government of that country. Central government has relatively more powers than the state. India is a best example of holding together a federation.
'Coming together' federation is nothing but free and non-dependent states coming together on their own to form a bigger state or country.
All the constituent States usually have the same power and are strong vis-à-vis the federal government. The USA, Switzerland are examples of federations coming together.

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