This is a libertarian perspective on decentralization. The questions are from a paper on ten key values of the greens. By taking power and responsibility back from the government. The power that used to be held by individuals, institutions, communities and regions has in recent times been seized by the central government with its myriad agencies and bureaucrats. Libertarians call for massive reduction of government power and the return of responsibility and power to individuals.
Government imposes a dominant monoculture.
Reduce its power and alternatives will flourish. The traditional regional cultures used to be a source of pride and profit to the people. The dominant national government imposes uniform standards and practices without regard for regional differences. When its power is reduced the regional differences will grow and the harmonious diversity we used to enjoy will return. Locate power in the individual.