What are reserved powers and why are they called reserved powers?

Reserved powers are those powers that are not specifically granted to the federal government by the Constitution and are therefore reserved for the states or the people. They are called "reserved" because the Tenth Amendment of the U.S. Constitution explicitly states that powers not delegated to the United States, nor prohibited to the states, are reserved to the states or the people. This ensures a balance of power between state and federal governments, allowing states to exercise authority over local matters. Examples of reserved powers include regulating education, conducting elections, and establishing local governments.