key term - Constituents

Definition

Constituents are the people who live in a particular electoral district and are represented by an elected legislator. They have the power to vote for candidates or parties during elections.

Related terms

Legislature:

A legislative body is an assembly with the authority to make laws for a political entity such as a country or city.

Electoral district: An electoral district is a distinct territorial subdivision for holding an election for seats in a legislative body.

Representation:

In politics, representation refers to elected officials acting on behalf of their constituents in legislative bodies