Esindajatekojast
Esindajatekojast is the term used in Estonian-language contexts to refer to the lower house of a bicameral legislature, roughly equivalent to the House of Representatives in English. In systems that use it, the body is elected to represent the population and to initiate and pass legislation, often with the power to approve budgets and oversee the government.
Members are usually elected for fixed terms from electoral districts or through proportional representation, depending on
Powers and functions vary by jurisdiction, but common features include introduction of legislation, debate, committees, and
The term highlights the representative function of the legislature and the balance of power between elected