Election Participation and Suffrage in the Philippines

These flashcards cover key vocabulary related to election participation and suffrage in the Philippines as discussed in the lecture notes.

Democracy

A system of government where the power lies with the people, who exercise their authority through voting.

Popular Sovereignty

The principle that the authority of the government is created and sustained by the consent of its people.

Suffrage

The right to vote in political elections.

Ballot

A method of voting, typically in writing, used to record a vote.

Voter Turnout

The percentage of eligible voters who cast a ballot in an election.

Commission on Elections (COMELEC)

The independent body responsible for administering and enforcing election laws in the Philippines.

Voter Registration

The process by which eligible citizens sign up to be listed as voters.

Disqualifications to Vote

Conditions that prevent an individual from being eligible to vote, such as non-citizenship or being below the required age.

Plebiscite

A direct vote in which an entire electorate is invited to vote on a particular proposal and can result in the adoption of a new law.

Universal Suffrage

The right of all adult citizens to vote, with no restrictions based on wealth, education, or social status.