democracy and participation

Question 1

What reforms to the franchise were introduced in the 19th century?

Answer 1

The Reform Acts of 1832 and 1867 extended the vote to more men, laying the foundation for broader democratic participation.

Question 2

What other electoral systems are used in the UK, apart from FPTP?

Answer 2

Additional Member System (AMS) – Used in Scotland, Wales, and the Greater London Assembly.
Single Transferable Vote (STV) – Used in Northern Ireland.
Supplementary Vote (SV) – Used for mayoral elections in England.

Question 3

What role do elections play in a democracy?

Answer 3

Elections allow citizens to hold their representatives accountable, choose governments, and participate in shaping policies. They also legitimize those in power.

Question 4

What are the two main purposes of elections in the UK?
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Answer 4

Choosing Representatives and Government: Voters elect representatives to make decisions on their behalf.
Holding Representatives to Account: Elections judge the performance of those in office.

Question 5

What is a mandate, and how does it differ from legitimacy?

Answer 5

mandate other ght ofan government to implement policies from its manifesto after an election
legitimacy the rightful authority to govern gained through winning an electiom