What is it called when the group that wins an election?

What is it called when the group that wins an election?

Plurality voting is an electoral system in which each voter is allowed to vote for only one candidate, and the candidate who polls the most among their counterparts (a plurality) is elected. In a system based on multi-member districts, it may be referred to as winner-takes-all or bloc voting.

What is another name for a seat in an election?

Seat. Another term for an electorate or division – used because the candidate elected then has a seat in parliament.

Do abstentions count as votes cast?

In parliamentary procedure, a member may be required to abstain in the case of a real or perceived conflict of interest. Abstentions do not count in tallying the vote negatively or positively; when members abstain, they are in effect attending only to contribute to a quorum.

What does turnout mean in elections?

Voter turnout is the percentage of eligible voters who cast a ballot in an election. Eligibility varies by country, and the voting-eligible population should not be confused with the total adult population. Low turnout is usually considered to be undesirable.