What is a simple majority system? (b) Outline four demerits of the system.

Explanation

a. This is an electoral system in which the candidate with the highest number of votes is declared the winner in an election 

b. i. Sometimes it works against the wishes of the majority of the voters

ii. Smaller parties have little chance of winning election.

iii. The system does not reflect clearly the strength of the political parties.

iv. It is undemocratic because the combined votes of losers may exceed that of the winner

v. It gives a wrong impression about the popular-ity and legiimacy of the winner

vi. It promotes ethnicity in national politics

vii. It may encourage the election of mediocre candidates

viii. It is easier,to Manipulate/rig elections conducted under this system

ix. It gives room for gerrymandering