Mandátumkiosztás

Mandátumkiosztás, a Hungarian term, translates to "mandate distribution" or "allocation of mandates." It refers to the process by which electoral seats or positions are assigned to candidates or parties based on the results of an election. This process is fundamental to representative democracy, ensuring that the composition of legislative bodies or other elected offices reflects the will of the electorate.

In Hungary, mandátumkiosztás typically involves a combination of electoral systems, often a mixed-member proportional system. This means that a portion of seats are allocated based on individual constituency wins (first-past-the-post), while another portion are distributed proportionally to parties based on their nationwide vote share. The specific rules and calculations for mandátumkiosztás are defined by Hungarian electoral law and are designed to achieve a degree of proportionality between votes cast and seats won.

The methodology for calculating the distribution of proportional mandates can vary, often involving complex mathematical formulas to ensure fairness. Factors such as electoral thresholds, which parties must surpass to be eligible for proportional mandates, also play a significant role in the final distribution. The goal of mandátumkiosztás is to translate the votes of citizens into a representative body that accurately reflects the political landscape of the country.