Answer: autonomies

AnswerCrossword Clue
AUTONOMIESIndependent political groups.
autonomiesA self-governing country or region
autonomiesAUTONOMY, self-government
autonomies(in Kantian moral philosophy) The capacity of an agent to act in accordance with objective morality rather than under the influence of desires
autonomies(of a country or region) The right or condition of self-government, esp. in a particular sphere
autonomiesFreedom from external control or influence; independence