Understanding Elections and Voting - JSS2 Civic education Lesson Note

Elections and voting are integral components of democratic governance, empowering citizens to participate in the selection of their representatives and the determination of public policies. High school students can gain a comprehensive understanding of these concepts through the following breakdown:

• Election: An election is a formal process through which individuals are chosen to hold public office or to represent constituents in government bodies. Elections provide citizens with the opportunity to express their preferences and make collective decisions about governance through the selection of candidates or the approval of policy proposals.

 

• Voting: Voting is the act of expressing one's choice or preference by casting a ballot in an election. Through voting, citizens exercise their democratic rights and responsibilities, influencing the outcome of elections and shaping the direction of government policies and actions.