Elections Key words 3.0 / 5 based on 1 rating ? Government & PoliticsUK electoral systemsASEdexcel Created by: Charlotte BacheCreated on: 26-03-13 17:37 Electoral Manifesto A statement produced by a political party at election times, stating what policies it intends to implement if it gains power. 1 of 7 Electoral Mandate The authority to govern granted to the winning party at an election by voters. 2 of 7 Electoral System A system that converts votes in an election into seats. May also refer to the process of electing a single leader. 3 of 7 Majority Systems A description of electoral systems where the winning candidate is required to win the overall majority. 4 of 7 Plurality Systems Electoral systems where the winning candidate needs to win more votes than any other candidate. 5 of 7 Proportional Representation Describes any electoral system that converts votes into seats in a broadly pproportional way. 6 of 7 Electoral Reform A process whereby the electoral system is changed or where there is campaign for such change. 7 of 7
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