List System Voting
/ˈlɪst ˌsɪstəm ˈvoʊtɪŋ/
Definitions
- (n.) An electoral method in which voters choose a party list of candidates rather than individual candidates, and seats are allocated proportionally based on the list votes.
Under list system voting, parties receive seats in the legislature proportional to the votes their lists obtain.
Forms
- list system voting
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Commentary
List system voting is a common form of proportional representation frequently used in parliamentary elections to ensure equitable party representation.
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