Emelrendszert

Emelrendszert, also known as the Hungarian electoral system, is a multi-member proportional representation system used in Hungary for national and local elections. It is designed to ensure that the political representation in the National Assembly and local councils is proportional to the number of votes received by each party. The system is based on the principle of "one vote, one value," meaning that each vote has equal weight regardless of the size of the constituency.

In the Hungarian electoral system, the country is divided into multi-member constituencies, each electing a fixed number of representatives. Voters cast their ballots for individual candidates, but the votes are then aggregated to determine the number of seats each party wins in each constituency. This is done using a method called the D'Hondt method, which allocates seats in proportion to the number of votes received by each party.

The system aims to promote party competition and prevent the dominance of a single party. It also encourages the formation of multi-party coalitions, as no single party is likely to win a majority of seats on its own. However, critics argue that the system can lead to fragmented politics and make it difficult for any party to form a stable government.

The Hungarian electoral system has been in place since the adoption of the 1997 Constitution. It has undergone some modifications over the years, but the basic principles remain the same. The system is designed to reflect the diversity of Hungarian society and ensure that all political voices are represented in the legislative bodies.