Ofäänestyspakko
Ofäänestyspakko, which translates to "compulsory voting" in English, refers to a legal requirement in some countries that obliges eligible citizens to cast a vote in elections. While the act of voting itself is mandatory, the act of choosing a candidate is typically not. This means that citizens may be required to attend a polling station and present themselves to be marked as having voted, but they can often cast a blank or spoiled ballot if they do not wish to endorse any candidate.
The rationale behind compulsory voting varies among nations that implement it. Proponents argue that it increases
However, compulsory voting is not without its critics. Opponents often raise concerns about individual liberty and