Question

What do you mean by majoritarianism?

• A. When the numerical majority of a population does not have the final say in determining decisions.
• B. When the numerical majority of a population have the final say in determining decisions.
• C. When only half of the population have the final say in determining decisions.
• D. When only one third of the population have the final say in determining decisions.

Answer 1

The correct option is B When the numerical majority of a population have the final say in determining decisions.

The idea that the numerical majority of a population should have the final say in determining decisions is called majoritarianism. It often disregards the needs and wishes of the minority groups.