majority rule
The concept of "majority rule" is central to democratic systems, ensuring that decisions reflect the preference of more than half of the participants.
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Definition
B2Politics
(formal, common)A principle where decisions are made based on the preference of more than half of the members in a group.
Example
- In a democratic election, majority rule determines the winner.
B2Governance
(formal, common)A system where the option with the most votes becomes the accepted decision.
Example
- The committee used majority rule to decide on the new policy.
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