An electoral system in which parties are assigned seats in the parliament commensurate to the...

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JAMB 2012

An electoral system in which parties are assigned seats in the parliament commensurate to the number of votes polled is

A. Absolute majority
B. Simple majority
C. proportional representation
D. indirect election

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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation

Proportional representation (PR) characterizes electoral systems in which divisions in an electorate are reflected proportionately in the elected body. If n% of the electorate support a particular political party, then roughly n% of seats will be won by that party. The essence of such systems is that all votes contribute to the result - not just a plurality, or a bare majority.

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