esindatusest
Esindatusest is a political theory term used to describe a mode of political representation in which individuals delegate decision-making authority to institutional proxies for extended periods, supplemented by continuous feedback channels. The concept emphasizes ongoing legitimization of representation rather than episodic mandates, and it often engages with digital governance platforms and algorithmic systems intended to mediate citizen input.
It was coined in the early 2020s by scholars exploring shifts in democratic legitimacy amid digitalization.
Core features include formal delegation of authority to representative bodies, explicit accountability mechanisms, transparency of proxy
Applications are discussed in the context of e-governance, municipal participatory budgets, and legislative reform debates. Debates
See also: representation, digital democracy, delegated authority, participatory governance.