The arrangement by which a country is divided into parts for election purposes is called...

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WAEC 2010

The arrangement by which a country is divided into parts for election purposes is called

  • A. enfranchisement
  • B. gerrymandering
  • C. delimitation
  • D. democratization

Correct Answer: C. delimitation

Explanation

Boundary delimitation (or simply delimitation) is the drawing of boundaries, particularly of electoral precincts, states, counties or other municipalities. In the context of elections, it can be called redistribution and is used to prevent unbalance of population across districts.



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