Electoral Boundaries
Electoral boundaries are geographical areas that define where voters live and determine how they are represented in government. Each boundary corresponds to a specific electoral district, such as a congressional or parliamentary seat. These boundaries are drawn to ensure fair representation based on population distribution, and they are periodically reviewed to account for changes in population. The process of creating and adjusting these boundaries can significantly impact political power, as they can influence election outcomes by grouping voters of diverse demographics or political affiliations.
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Electoral boundaries are the defined geographic areas that determine where voters live and which representatives they can elect. These boundaries are established for electoral districts, such as congressional or parliamentary constituencies. Each district has a roughly equal number of voters to ensure fair representation. Changes to these boundaries can occur due to population shifts, often through a process called redistricting. Properly drawn boundaries help maintain the principle of "one person, one vote," while poorly drawn ones can lead to issues like gerrymandering, where boundaries are manipulated to favor a specific political party or group.