Which of the following is an example of descriptive representation?
A) half the seats in a legislature are filled by women
B) a member of parliament holds town halls to hear the concerns of her constituents
C) a judge is respected for her ability to decide domestic violence cases
D) All of the above

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Descriptive representation refers to the idea that elected officials or representatives should resemble demographically the constituents they represent. Option A, where half the seats in a legislature are filled by women, is an example of descriptive representation, as it ensures that women are proportionally represented in the legislature, mirroring their proportion in the general population.

Which of the Following Is an Example of Descriptive Representation