Elections and Voting Systems — Edexcel GCSE Citizenship Studies 1CS0
Edexcel GCSE Citizenship Studies · 1CS0
Elections and Voting Systems
What you need to know
Understand the foundational concepts of democracy by contrasting representative democracy (via elections) with direct democracy (via referendums), evaluating the distinct strengths and weaknesses of each model.
Explain the operation of the Westminster first-past-the-post electoral system and identify the specific criteria determining voter eligibility in general elections.
Analyze current political debates surrounding the potential extension of the electoral franchise and the typical frequency of general elections.
Evaluate the systemic advantages and disadvantages of the first-past-the-post voting system in direct comparison to proportional representation.
