Hierarchy classification:

1. top of the aat hierarchies
2. Associated Concepts Facet
3. Associated Concepts (hierarchy name)
4. social science concepts
5. political concepts

Anotations

Scope note:

The condition or quality of not depending on another, as applied to a political entity, other group, or an individual. Includes the exemption from external control or support, freedom from subjection, or from the influence of others, and individual liberty of thought or action.