Ensuring that governing bodies are representative of major demographic groups in proportions similar to their representation in the population at large is known as descriptive representation. This concept aims to create a government that reflects the diversity of the population, promoting inclusivity and equity in decision-making processes. By having representatives from various Demographics, it enhances the legitimacy of governance and can lead to more comprehensive policy outcomes that address the needs of all community members.
This is the concept of proportional representation in a representative democracy.
Atheists/Agnostics/Non-Religious. Constitute around 10% of US population. No representation.
If all employees are taken into account, the federal bureaucracy comes reasonably close to being representative of the nation's population.
Demographic imperative refers to the social, political, or economic pressures arising from changes in the demographics of a population, such as aging populations, declining birth rates, or shifts in gender proportions. These changes can have significant implications for various aspects of society, including healthcare, labor force dynamics, and public policy. Addressing demographic imperatives often involves strategic planning to adapt to the shifting population characteristics.
The number of Representatives from each state is based on the population of that state.
Main problem was the representation of large and small states. In the Great Compromise, the House of Representatives representative number would be by state population, while the Senate representative number was a fixed 2.
Government representative numbers are determined by state and population. When the south was made of small towns and large plantations, they lacked the population for a good amount of representation.
Vietnam is generally considered to be in the second stage of the demographic transition, characterized by high birth rates and declining death rates. This is reflected in a population pyramid that shows a broad base, indicating a large proportion of young people, while the middle and upper sections are narrower, suggesting lower proportions of older age groups. The pyramid's shape indicates a growing population, with a significant youth demographic that supports future growth.
House of Representative members are apportioned based on a state's population. The larger the population the more representatives. California currently has the most representatives with 53 members.
The culture of a population
Demographic change means there has been a change in the population. The demographic can change in terms of its size, the age of the demographic, lifestyle expectations etc.
Demographic age refers to the average age of a population or a specific group within a population. It is a key demographic measure that can provide insights into patterns such as age distribution, population trends, and potential impacts on social or economic dynamics.