Federalism, Secession, and the Limits of Ethnic Accommodation: A Canadian Perspective

Authors

• Robert Howse, University of Toronto
• Karen Knop, University of Toronto

Abstract

The article examines the limitations of federalism in addressing ethnic nationalism, focusing on case studies from Quebec and Lithuania. It argues that federalism alone is insufficient without robust protections for individual and minority rights, as increased regional power can exacerbate nationalist sentiments. The analysis critiques various justificatory models for secession, emphasizing the importance of balancing universal rights with national aspirations to achieve long-term stability and cohesion.

Disciplines

International Law | Jurisprudence | Law

Recommended Citation

Robert Howse & Karen Knop, Federalism, Secession, and the Limits of Ethnic Accommodation: A Canadian Perspective, 1 Cardozo J. Int'l & Comp. L. 269 (1993).
Available at: https://larc.cardozo.yu.edu/cjicl/vol1/iss2/7