Sunday, May 10, 2009

Single member district electoral system

Here is a breakdown of single member district electoral system. Enjoy.

Several candidates compete to be the sole representative of that constituency
Candidate with the largest number of votes win the seat
Majority of votes is not important rather plurality of votes (largest share of total)
Votes cast for other candidates are wasted, if the candidate for which a vote is cast does not win.
System can amplify the power of some parties, while weakening the political power of others.
Under the system most people are unwilling to vote for smaller parties,
Produce a legislature dominated by two parties. Ex. US, UK.
Single member district make easier for individual to connect with their elected representatives
It eliminates fringe parties from political scene.

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