Government
JAMB 2002
Proportional representation is a system of allocating seats in the legislature based on
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A.
gender participation in polities
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B.
an area
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C.
contribution to the national economy
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D.
total votes in an election.
Correct Answer: Option D
Explanation
Proportional representation is a system of allocating seats in the legislature based on total votes in an election.
This system is used to secure representation in the legislation in such a way that each political party get seats in proportion to the percentage of votes cast in favour of a political party. The more the percentage of votes cast in favour of a political party, the more the more the seats will be allocated to it.
This system is used in multi-member constituencies
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