Self-rule and Stomping ground

Self-rule noun - Government in which the supreme power is held by the people and used by them directly or indirectly through representation.

Stomping ground and self-rule are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Stomping ground" instead a noun phrase "Self-rule".

Stomping ground noun - A place for spending time or for socializing.

Self-rule and stomping ground are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Self-rule" instead a noun phrase "Stomping ground".