Majority rule

Definition

Majority rule is a decision-making process used in group political activities where the option that receives more than half of the votes wins. It is often used in elections and legislative decisions to represent the preference of the larger part of the electorate or legislative body.

Related terms

Electoral College: A body of electors established by the United States Constitution, which forms every four years for the sole purpose of electing the president and vice-president.

Legislative Process: The procedure through which proposed laws are debated, amended, and either passed or rejected by a legislative body such as a parliament or congress.

Referendum: A direct vote in which an entire electorate is asked to either accept or reject a particular proposal, often used for important public policy issues