Electoral districts

Definition

Electoral districts are specific geographic areas represented by an elected official in a legislative body. Each district is created to have approximately equal population sizes to ensure fair representation in government decisions and elections.

Related terms

Gerrymandering: The manipulation of electoral district boundaries for political advantage, often resulting in oddly shaped districts that favor one party.

Constituency: The body of voters or residents in an electoral district who are entitled to elect a representative to a legislative or other public office.

Proportional Representation: An electoral system in which parties gain seats in proportion to the number of votes cast for them, rather than winning solely based on district victories