Compulsory Voting
Definition
Compulsory voting is a system where citizens are legally required to vote in elections.
Analogy
Think of compulsory voting like mandatory school attendance. Just as students are required to attend school, citizens are obligated to participate in the democratic process by casting their votes.
Related terms
Voter Turnout: The percentage of eligible voters who actually participate in an election.
Electoral Participation: Refers to any form of citizen involvement in the electoral process, including voting, campaigning, and political activism.
Voter Apathy: Describes a lack of interest or motivation among citizens to engage in the electoral process.
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