uninominal system
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A single representative is elected from each district under the uninominal system.
Definition
Noun: A voting or electoral system based on the principle of having only one member (such as a representative in a legislature) selected from each electoral district. This system is also commonly known as a single-member district system.
Usage
The term is used in political science to describe a foundational structure for elections. It contrasts with systems that elect multiple representatives from a single district. - The country adopted a uninominal system to ensure direct local representation. - Critics argue that a uninominal system can lead to a two-party dominance.
Examples
Advanced Usage
- "first-past-the-post": This is a specific type of uninominal system where the candidate with the most votes wins, even without a majority.
- The United Kingdom uses a first-past-the-post uninominal system for parliamentary elections.
Variants and Related Words
- Single-member district (SMD): A more common, descriptive term for an electoral district in a uninominal system.
- Plurality system: Often synonymous with the "first-past-the-post" method within a uninominal framework.
- Multi-member district: The antonymous concept, where a district elects more than one representative.
Synonyms
- Single-member district system
- Single-member constituency system
- First-past-the-post system (a common subtype)
Antonyms
- Proportional representation system
- Multi-member district system
- At-large election system
A single representative is elected from each district under the uninominal system.
Noun
- based on the principle of having only one member (as of a legislature) selected from each electoral district