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A simple majority is a decision-making process where more than half of the votes cast by eligible participants are needed to approve a proposal or elect a candidate. It is the most basic form of majority used in democratic systems, emphasizing ease and efficiency in reaching decisions.
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Majority rule is a fundamental principle of democratic governance where decisions are made based on the preference of more than half the members of a group or society. It ensures that the largest number of people have their interests represented, but it can also lead to the marginalization of minority groups if not balanced with protections for minority rights.
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Plurality voting, also known as 'first-past-the-post', is an electoral system where the candidate with the most votes wins, regardless of whether they achieve a majority. This system is simple and quick to count but can lead to outcomes where the winner does not represent the preference of the majority of voters, potentially encouraging strategic voting and leading to a two-party system.
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A quorum is the minimum number of members required to be present at a meeting to make the proceedings of that meeting valid. It ensures that decisions are made with sufficient representation and legitimacy, preventing a small, unrepresentative group from making binding decisions for the whole body.
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The electoral process is a structured procedure through which individuals or groups express their preferences for candidates or policies, typically culminating in the selection of representatives or decision-making outcomes. It encompasses a series of stages, including voter registration, campaigning, voting, and the counting of votes, all governed by specific legal and procedural frameworks to ensure fairness and transparency.
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Democracy is a system of government where power is vested in the people, who rule either directly or through freely elected representatives. It is characterized by principles such as equality, freedom, and participation, ensuring that all citizens have a voice in decision-making processes.
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Consensus is a general agreement or collective opinion reached by a group as a whole, often achieved through discussion and negotiation. It is vital in decision-making processes, as it ensures that all stakeholders have a voice and contributes to the legitimacy and acceptability of the outcome.
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A legislative majority occurs when a political party or coalition holds more than half the seats in a legislative body, enabling them to pass laws and influence the legislative agenda. This majority is crucial for forming a stable government, particularly in parliamentary systems, where it often determines the selection of the executive leader.
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A majority voting system is a decision-making process where the option that receives more than half of the votes is selected as the winner. It is commonly used in democratic elections to ensure that the chosen candidate or policy has broad support from the electorate.
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The majority requirement is a rule that mandates more than half of the votes in a decision-making body to pass a proposal or elect a candidate, ensuring that decisions reflect the preference of more than just a simple plurality. This mechanism is crucial in protecting against the disjointedness and instability that could arise if decisions could be made by only a minority segment of the group.
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